It’s time to go green and make better choices in terms of food supplies and food containers to use. For quite some time, disposable plates were mainly made from plastic and Styrofoam. And when biodegradable products found their way to people’s consciousness in the 1980s, many people rejoiced. It was known that disposable food containers were taking a toll on the environment’s condition and because a lot of people used and disposed these plastic and Styrofoam wares every day, the state of the environment got worse.
Finally, there was an alternative to disposable food containers and tableware. It was also clear that during that time, people are so used to having these containers and packaging at their disposal that there was no way that they would stop patronizing these products. People were always on-the-go and they slowly adapted to a fast pace lifestyle. These lightweight containers became products that made life even simpler for many. It was used all the time – at social functions outside the home, barbecues and picnics, during travel, and when people order takeout food. It was simply convenient and it saved us the trouble of cleaning dishes. That’s why, biodegradable plates appeared to be the best choice that time.
Biodegradable plates are made from renewable resource that decomposes over time. Several materials may be used in producing this product but some of the most commonly used are bagasse (a byproduct of sugar cane), bamboo, corn, molded fiber, and potato starch. They are non-toxic and are made with technology that is not harmful to the environment. Now, some biodegradable plates are also made to be compostable which makes it a preventive solution for landfill buildup because these compostable wares decompose back into the soil. Using the brilliant technology that we have now, biodegradable plates are made even better. You now have an option on the colors and sizes that you prefer. You are sure that when you need smaller plates for kiddie parties or large platters for get-togethers, these plates are readily available. Some biodegradable plates are made sturdier. Some are cut-resistant and others can withstand water and oil. There are also reheatable and microwavable plates that are a hundred percent biodegradable.
It’s a great that these choices can be easily purchased from local groceries and specialty stores. It’s also very convenient that much of these products are being sold online and can be delivered anywhere you are.