These companies are showing us the way to eco-friendly Plates to the daily life.
“I researched and learnt that despite the harm these bags pose to the environment, most companies prefer these bags as they are lightweight, graphics friendly and do not take much space. However, the downside is that these bags are rarely recyclable as we are still to invent machines that will separate the layers of these bags. I tried looking for chips and snacks packed in eco-friendly bags but there are not many options,” says the resident of Bengaluru.
While giants struggle to find eco-friendly alternatives, several Medium companies across the country are doing their bit to protect the environment.
When Mumbai-based Suresh Obroi and his brother Aishwarya decided to make a switch in lifestyle by adopting organic products in eco-friendly packaging, it was a tough choice. It was a challenge to even identify companies that used green packaging not just for their products but also for shipping.
Finally the duo decided to start its own: Tree wear, selling organic deodorants and hand sanitisers.
“The cardboard and newspaper that we use is pre-used and procured from donors. We also look for creative ways to upcycle plastic. For instance, we ship our T-shirts in packages made from post-consumer recycled plastic water bottles, which are otherwise destined for the landfill. We advise customers to use these bottles as planters later, and send our seed-embedded business cards along to help them grow plants in those bottles,” says Suresh
Using these leaves not just brings down delivery charges, but also adds to the flavor of the food,” she says, adding “If more people use these leaves for packaging, more people will grow these trees.”