While getting takeout recently, I politely handed back the plastic utensils provided with my meal, saying, “I’ll let you keep these! I’m trying to avoid single-use plastic when I can.” The restaurant ...

Materials scientists are cooking up environmentally friendly polymers from natural sources like silk, plant fibers and whole algae. Economics and acceptance remain hurdles. By Boyce Upholt / Knowable ...

Compostable plastics could be part of a solution to the world's plastic waste problem. But currently these materials need ...

CPG companies are making progress on ESG goals with the help of more sustainable packaging formats created with recycled or compostable plastic, which will be the focus of two sessions during the 2023 ...

For many gardeners, the plastic elements used in horticulture are obvious – black plastic pots and seed trays, artificial ...

Keurig has unveiled plans for brand-new coffee pods that are compostable and not made from plastic. The new K-Rounds pods will be made of coffee beans that are pressed and wrapped in a plant-based ...