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This section is still under construction. Below you can find out about some compostable alternatives to petro-chemical plastics. Please check back soon for more info on traditional and vermiculture composting systems for your home or business.

 
     
     
  Compostable Bio-Plastics  
     
 
A handful of companies have developed corn-based plastics that are fully biodegradable in commercial composters. This polymer material, known as PLA, is ideal for thermoforming, extruding, and injection molding applications such as cold-drink cups, garbage bags, and disposable cutlery.
 
 
 
 
 
 
     
 
     

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