Paper straws are a popular alternative to, often banned, plastic straws. However, they often end up in landfill too. Are they biodegradable?
The use of single-use cotton pads leads to a significant amount of waste. Are cotton pads biodegradable and can they be composted?
Convenient and effective, baby wipes are a go-to item for caregivers. But are they biodegradable and can they be composted?
Paper towels are common item in the home and public restrooms. But what about their disposal? Can they be popped in your compost pile?
Fruit stickers are (supposedly) needed for produce identification. But in terms of their disposal, are fruit stickers biodegradable? Can they be popped in the compost pile with the banana peel?
Paper cups are a popular single-use item for party hosts. Inexpensive and easy to tidy up. In terms of their biodegradability, how do they rate?
Glass items tend to be long-lasting. But how should you dispose of it – is glass recyclable? It depends, glass is not created equal…
Lego is improving in terms of its sustainability. What are the more plastic-free, sustainable options in the meantime?
Sanitary pads are the go-to menstruation product for many women. But are they biodegradable and fit for composting?
Dryer sheets are a popular laundry go-to for static-free clothes. In terms of the planet, are dryer sheets biodegradable or compostable?
