Read about media coverage received by the Compostable Plastic Toolkit, the Urban Sustainability Directors Network, or the Composting Council Research and Education Foundation.
Lavazza and Dualit coffee ads banned over ‘misleading’ claims Yahoo News Canada
Lavazza and Dualit adverts banned after making 'misleading' compostable claim Yahoo News UK
Beer Brands Tap the Allure of Limited-Edition Packaging Packaging Digest
Global compostable packaging equipment market to reach USD 80.9 bn Medical Buyer
Biodegradable Food Packaging Market to be Worth USD 391.3 Billion by 2035: Future Market Insights, Inc. openPR.com
East of England Co-op trials new date brand Fruitnet
Compostable Packaging Wins Big in Top Competition Packaging Digest
E-Commerce packaging is evolving with sustainability and tech London Daily News
Sinclair Advances Sustainable Packaging with Certified Compostable PLU Sticker Perishable News
New Workflow Tracks Biodegradable Plastic in Soil with Unprecedented Accuracy Environment+Energy Leader
The Best Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products for Your Home WIRED
Eco-Products and DNO produce introduce biobased compostable packaging for K-12 schools in the US World Bio Market Insights
(PDF) Biodegradable Packaging Market Analysis, Size, and Growth ResearchGate
Compostable food packaging in Detroit often ends up in landfills. Here’s why BridgeDetroit
TIPA COMPOSTABLE PACKAGING JOINS THE U.S. PLASTICS PACT TO ADVANCE A CIRCULAR ECONOMY FOR PLASTICS Food Industry Executive
Compostable Molded Fiber Cup, Plant-based Lidding for School Cafeterias Packaging World
Eco-friendly Food Packaging Market Size to Mount USD 392.37 Bn by 2034 | Packaging Experts Analysis GlobeNewswire
CA compostable labeling deadline worries producers Resource Recycling, Inc.
Certified compostable PLU sticker advances sustainable packaging FreshPlaza
“Safe” Plant-Based Plastics Linked to Organ Damage SciTechDaily
Biodegradable Paper and Plastic Packaging Market Size to GlobeNewswire
Compostable Packaging Market Trends, Growth Forecast & openPR.com
Compost Rules Changed. Here's How to Sort Right. City of Boulder (.gov)
Sinclair, Avantium N.V., and Good Nature Co. Utilize Biodegradable Packaging Materials Packaging World
Bubbies Ice Cream Launches Home-Compostable Packaging Packaging Strategies
Compostable Packaging: Benefits, Materials, and Applications Thomasnet
Bubbies Ice Cream launches home-compostable packaging Packaging Gateway
Bubbies Ice Cream Launches Certified Home-Compostable Packaging Just in Time for Earth Month Yahoo
Disappearing Packaging Revolution How Innovation is Eliminating Waste and Redefining Sustainability Global Trade Magazine
APP introduces biodegradable and compostable packaging solution Packaging Gateway
Melhoramentos Boosts Investment in W-Cycle’s Compostable Food Packaging Perishable News
Do digestates produced by co-digestion of biowaste and biodegradable plastic affect soil and aquatic organisms? ScienceDirect.com
Plant-Based Packaging: Types, Applications, and Environmental Impact Thomasnet
What’s in a Compostable Dog Poop Bag? Besides the Obvious, of Course. | Reviews by Wirecutter The New York Times
Flo Group, NatureWorks Develop Compostable Coffee Pod PlasticsToday
Biodegradable Plastic Additives Market to Surpass USD 3.79 GlobeNewswire
Company takes bold step to revolutionize clothing packaging — and competitors may follow suit The Cool Down
Bioplastics and biodegradable plastics: A review of recent advances, feasibility and cleaner production ScienceDirect.com
Novolex Compostable Butter Wrap Celebrates Two Milestones PlasticsToday
Disintegration of commercial biodegradable plastic products under simulated industrial composting conditions Nature
Tonnes of microplastics infiltrate Australia’s agricultural soils each year, study shows The Conversation
Push for biodegradable packaging is not without problems Confectionery News
Biodegradable Plastics Market Size, Scope, Growth and Forecast to 2034 InsightAce Analytic
Wildsmith introduces fully compostable packaging with Shellworks TheIndustry.beauty
Waste: Circular Economy Walmart
Biobased Biodegradable Plastic Market to Reach USD 15.6 GlobeNewswire
"Compostable bags emerge as a key trend in fruit and vegetable packaging to meet market demand" Hortidaily
"Compostable bags emerge as a key trend in fruit and vegetable packaging to meet market demand" FreshPlaza
Is Switching to Compostable Packaging a Good Move? Grand View Research
Press Release Distribution & PR Platform ACCESS Newswire
Packaging Innovations 2025: Tipa unveils latest home-compostable packaging solutions packaginginsights.com
Lactips launches new bio-based, compostable sealant grade for dry food products Packaging Strategies
Wildsmith to roll out 100% compostable packaging that biodegrades in a year spabusiness.com
Compostable High Barrier Film From: TIPA Compostable Packaging Packaging World
Chemical composition and mesophilic anaerobic digestion of commercial compostable food packaging: Implications for bio-waste management ScienceDirect.com
Starbucks takes a step toward sustainability with new compostable cups Fast Company
Effect of alkaline-thermal pretreatment on biodegradable plastics degradation and dissemination of antibiotic resistance genes in co-compost system ScienceDirect.com
3D-printed coffee and mushroom mix offers compostable plastic alternative Tech Xplore
Clemson FRESH opens new compostable packaging research center Clemson News
TIPA Unveils Global Launch of Advanced Home Compostable Metalized High-Barrier Film for Snack Packaging Food Industry Executive
Enzyme-Embedded Biodegradable Plastic for Sustainable Applications: Advances, Challenges, and Perspectives ACS Publications
TIPA Unveils Global Launch of Advanced Home Compostable Metalized High-Barrier Film for Snack Packaging PotatoPro
Americas Biodegradable Plastic Market | Industry Report 2030 Grand View Research
(PDF) Biodegradable plastics in aquatic ecosystems: latest findings, research gaps, and recommendations ResearchGate
North America Eco-Friendly Food Packaging Market to Hit Valuation of US$ 91.81 Billion By 2033 | Astute Analytica GlobeNewswire
The Future of Sustainable Packaging: Long-term Strategic Forecasts to 2034 Smithers
"Compostable packaging that extends the shelf life of rambutan by up to three times" FreshPlaza
UConn Researchers Partner with Bioplastics Company to Examine Biodegradable Plastics UConn Today
"Rising demand for compostable fresh-keeping packaging in the fresh produce market" FreshPlaza
Sprouts accused of falsely labeling private label table ware as ‘compostable’ Packaging Dive
Pakka to set up compostable packaging facility in Guatemala Packaging Gateway
Dissolvable Skin Care Wipes Pick Compostable Sachets Packaging World
When ‘compostables’ are actually garbage The Mercury News
Photoaging Promotes Toxic Micro/Nanoplastics Release from PLA/PBAT Biodegradable Plastic in Gastrointestinal Condition ACS Publications
Environment Report: Compostable Bags Still Not Compostable Voice of San Diego
Can biodegradable plastics mitigate plastamination? Feedbacks from marine organisms ScienceDirect.com
2025: The Year Compostable Packaging Steps Into the Spotlight Packaging Strategies
Jax entrepreneur develops biodegradable plastics for landscaping industry The Business Journals
Fresh-Lock® and TIPA Help True. ApS Launch Compostable Date Packaging Packaging Strategies
Environmental concerns on water-soluble and biodegradable plastics and their applications – A review ScienceDirect.com
Single-Use and Plastic Waste Prevention Regulation - Province of British Columbia Gov.bc.ca
Minnesota officials tout new law requiring refillable, reusable, recyclable or compostable packaging by 2032 Pioneer Press
Why compostable plastic is not a silver bullet for eliminating plastic waste ABC News
Bpacks logs €1M pre-seed funding for world’s first bark-based, 100% compostable packaging Tech Funding News
CSIR-IICT out-licenses tech for nanocellulose engineered compostable plastics The Hindu
(PDF) Bio-based and biodegradable plastics – Facts and Figures. Focus on food packaging in the Netherlands ResearchGate
(PDF) Bridging Three Gaps in Biodegradable Plastics: Misconceptions and Truths About Biodegradation ResearchGate
(PDF) Plastics of the Future? The Impact of Biodegradable Polymers on the Environment and on Society ResearchGate
Carrington Co. Launches First-Ever Organic Tea in Biodegradable Packaging Sustainable Brands
(PDF) A Literature Review on Sustainability of Bio-Based and Biodegradable Plastics: Challenges and Opportunities ResearchGate
Biodegradable Plastics Market Global Forecast to 2029 GlobeNewswire
CSIRO report reveals the state of bioplastics in Australia CSIRO
Australia’s compostable plastics revolution Manufacturers' Monthly
W-Cycle, Melhoramentos Join Forces to Innovate Compostable, Sustainable Food Packaging Food Safety Magazine
W-Cycle, Melhoramentos Join Forces to Produce Compostable Food Containers Perishable News
W-Cycle and Melhoramentos Develop Freezer-to-Oven Compostable Packaging that Breaks Down in 100 Days vegconomist
Biodegradable Plastics Industry Research Business Report GlobeNewswire
Mosko: Thin Plastic Produce Bags Get a Needed Facelift Voice of OC
Bye-bye microplastics: new plastic is recyclable and fully ocean-degradable riken.jp
How RIKEN & University of Tokyo's Dissolvable Plastic Works Sustainability Magazine
Bye-Bye microplastics: Japanese researchers develop plastic that dissolves into the sea ZME Science
Yes, biodegradable microplastics are a real thing C&EN
Product Review: 'Matter' Compostable Plates, Bowls, Cups, Bags And Utensils – Performance With A Green Advantage Where The Food Comes From
Sustainable packaging: How do we get there? Recycling Today
Goodbye Microplastics: New Recyclable Plastic Breaks Down Safely in Seawater SciTechDaily
Outdoor brand Prana is rolling out 'innovative' seaweed-based compostable packaging that can replace conventional plastic The Cool Down
Comparing environmental fate and ecotoxicity of conventional and biodegradable plastics: A critical review ScienceDirect.com
Eco-Friendly Packaging Growth and Consumer Perceptions on Sustainability Global Trade Magazine
3 insights for navigating the ‘messy middle’ of labeling policy Packaging Dive
Biodegradable Plastic Dissolves in Water, Reducing Plastic Waste Technology Networks
Clearing up the compostable plastic mess Chemistry World
Enhancing degradation of PLA-made rigid biodegradable plastics with non-thermal plasma treatment ScienceDirect.com
The push for PHA: How Mad Tea’s compostable pods shift packaging standards FoodNavigator-USA.com
Demand accelerates for compostable and biodegradable plastic in packaging Smithers
Scientists discover fastest degrading bioplastic in seawater Global Seafood Alliance
Biodegradable Paper and Plastic Packaging Market Expected to Reach USD 31.6 Billion by 2032, with a CAGR of 10.1% | Introspective Market Research GlobeNewswire
Figure 2. Integration of biodegradable plastics with disposal... ResearchGate
Gaia Biomaterials enters Chile with compostable plastic-alternative material Cision News
(PDF) Biodegradable polymers – research and applications ResearchGate
NEXE Innovations reports advancements in compostable packaging Packaging Gateway
Anaerobic Degradation of Aromatic and Aliphatic Biodegradable Plastics: Potential Mechanisms and Pathways ACS Publications
Biodegradable Plastics Market Set to Reach USD 28.7 Billion GlobeNewswire
Scientists discover fastest degrading bioplastic in seawater Phys.org
Fashion brands take bold step toward compostable seaweed packaging with Sway Packaging Strategies
Are Biodegradable Bioplastics Meeting Their Promise? IDTechEx
World’s first biodegradable plastic produced from CO2 emissions in Finland Fortum
Starbucks, McDonald's, and 4 RE Introduce Bio-Based and Compostable Packaging Solutions Packaging World
How we’re transforming our packaging materials Unilever
Parkside develops compostable packaging for Dark Woods Coffee Labels & Labeling
Genome-Centric Metagenomics Insights into the Plastisphere-Driven Natural Degradation Characteristics and Mechanism of Biodegradable Plastics in Aquatic Environments ACS Publications
Inside the debate over PLA, the packaging industry’s favorite bioplastic Packaging Dive
The Future of Composting and Bioplastics: How USDA's New Definition Could Be a Game Changer PlasticsToday
Q&A: General Mills Reveals Packaging Sustainability Plans Packaging Digest
Bolthouse Fresh Foods introduces new carrot products in compostable packaging Packaging Strategies
Compostable Packaging Market Size & Share Report, 2030 Grand View Research
Compostable packaging’s relationship status with organics recyclers: ‘It’s complicated’ Waste Dive
Environmental impacts of biodegradable microplastics Nature
Compostable Plastics Market Size & Share Report, 2030 Grand View Research
Q&A: Future of biodegradable and compostable packaging Smithers
Home composting self-biodegradable plastics Nature
Compounding one problem with another? A look at biodegradable microplastics ScienceDirect.com
A Guide to Plastic-Free Eating in Austin: Restaurants Using Compostable and Reusable Packaging Public Citizen
China Leads as New Regulations Redefine the Bioplastics Market IDTechEx
Bioplastics can refer to bio-based, biodegradable, and/or compostable plastics. ResearchGate
Australian researchers plan new generation of biodegradable plastic VOA - Voice of America English News
CSIRO and Murdoch University launch Bioplastics Innovation Hub to end plastic waste CSIRO
PlantFusion Debuts 100% Compostable Pouch for Protein Powder Packaging World
Comment: Why compostable packaging can't absolve us of our single-use sins Reuters
Colorado is trying to prevent people from putting plastic forks in their compost Grist.org
Eliminating Food Packaging Waste Through Regenerative Agriculture Forbes
Transform Your Restaurant with Eco- Friendly Food Packaging: The Benefits of Going Compostable Green Prophet
Environment Report: Why Compostable Bags Aren’t Compostable in San Diego Voice of San Diego
Degradation efficiency of biodegradable plastics in subtropical open-air and marine environments: Implications for plastic pollution ScienceDirect.com
Sustainable Plastic Packaging Market Report 2024-2029: GlobeNewswire
Biodegradation study results of biodegradable plastics in the... ResearchGate
Sorry, Compostable Plastic Isn’t Really Compostable (Or Recyclable). Here’s Why Chatelaine
Is compostable plastic really the green alternative we think it is? agtechnavigator.com
Starbucks, Huhtamaki partner on compostable cold cup lids Packaging Dive
Most ‘compostable’ bioplastics are anything but, says new report Mongabay
Eco-Friendly Plastics: Do Safe and Sustainable Choices Exist? Environment+Energy Leader
Biodegradable microplastics may actually be worse for soil and plants New Scientist
SEA Moves to All Reusable or Compostable Food Service Materials portseattle.org
A group effort: Utilizing more sustainable packaging Pet Food Processing
Biodegradable plastic exists—but it’s not cheap National Geographic
Biodegradable Plastics Market Global Analysis and Forecast GlobeNewswire
Plastics: Biodegradable, Bio-based, or Compostable? The Chemical Engineer
An engineered enzyme embedded into PLA to make self-biodegradable plastic Nature
The plastic that biodegrades in your home compost Nature
Bioplastics are inadequately defined, poorly regulated, and potentially toxic: Report ehn.org
Key challenges in the advancement and industrialization of biobased and biodegradable plastics: a value chain overarching perspective Frontiers
The BNQ announces the implementation of two new certification programs for compostable products Newswire.ca
Colorado law sets new labeling standards for compostable items Waste Today -
Virginia Tech researchers work to create biodegradable bioplastics from food waste Virginia Tech News
Colorado’s new waste-labeling law deputizes YOU as a compost cop Colorado Public Radio
Ecotoxicity assessment of additives in commercial biodegradable plastic products: Implications for sustainability and environmental risk ScienceDirect.com
Bioelements Expands Into the United States to Offer Biobased, Biodegradable and Compostable Packaging Solutions Business Wire
Researchers Invent 100% Biodegradable “Barley Plastic” Technology Networks
Scientists make durable yet 100% biodegradable plastic from barley Interesting Engineering
5 packaging priorities in the federal food waste strategy Packaging Dive
Marine degradation and ecotoxicity of conventional, recycled and compostable plastic bags ScienceDirect.com
New labeling standards will make it easier to determine what packaging is compostable Washington State Department of Ecology (.gov)
Enabling desired disposal of compostable plastic packaging: an evaluation of disposal instruction labels Frontiers
Mature compost promotes biodegradable plastic degradation and reduces greenhouse gas emission during food waste composting ScienceDirect.com
Degradation and environmental assessment of compostable packaging mixed with biowaste in full-scale industrial composting conditions ScienceDirect.com
Toward truly compostable plastic Knowable Magazine
Comparative toxicity of conventional versus compostable plastic consumer products: An in-vitro assessment ScienceDirect.com
Compostable Plastic Is Garbage The Atlantic
Are compostable and biodegradable plastics better for the environment than regular plastics? Environment America
Composting the Plastic Oklahoma State University
Is biodegradable and compostable plastic good for the environment? Not necessarily World Wildlife Fund
New process makes ‘biodegradable’ plastics truly compostable Berkeley News
This toolkit is designed to help you determine if a compostable plastics program is appropriate for your organization and to guide you in properly managing your compostable plastics.
*Resources outlined in this toolkit are examples from a variety of sources to help facilitate a better understanding of compostable products and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the Compost Research and Education Foundation (CREF).
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