It's true that plastic has infiltrated almost every aspect of our lives. When it comes to plastic waste at home and ways to reduce it, it is vital to understand the impact of single-use plastic products. While products like single-use plastic cups and plates can come quite in handy, they can be catastrophic for the planet. To start with, these products are made from non-renewable resources like petroleum, which takes a long time to break down in the ecosystem. In short, products like plastic disposable plates and straws can take up to centuries to even start breaking down in our ecosystem. On the other hand, our compostable products are made straight from plants and can be a great swap as plastic-free sustainable products for your kitchen. That said, here are some sustainable swaps to reduce plastic waste at home and a bit on why single-use plastics are not a good choice. What's So Bad About Single-Use Plastics? The problem with single-use plastic products is that they are meant to be used just once. These plastic products are often made from non-renewable resources like petroleum, which takes a lot of additional resources to be extracted. With a use span of just 20 minutes, products like single-use plastic straws are thrown away, taking over 500 years to even start breaking down in our ecosystem. Moreover, plastic waste we generate usually ends up in our oceans or landfills, where they float around and choke on marine life. We lose over a million marine life every year to ocean plastic pollution. And, when they finally start to break down, these single-use plastic products release toxins and break down into microplastics, further contaminating our ecosystem. Why Choose Compostable Products? Our compostable products, on the other hand, are made straight from plants. With zero reliance on plastic or paper, these plant-based eco-friendly products are also certified compostable. For instance, our single-use compostable products like compostable cleaning wipes are designed to break down into compost within just a couple of weeks post disposal. The compost formed is super rich in nutrients and can be added to soil as manure. Besides being all plant-based and compostable, our eco-friendly products are also quite user-friendly and handy. They are extremely handy and heavy-duty. Unlike single-use plastic disposable plates, our compostable plates remain the same throughout and do not get saggy even if you stack them with your favorite meals. Eco-Friendly Swaps to Try Today Here are some compostable products you can use instead of using plastic or tree-made single-use products: Compostable Disposable Plates Our range of compostable disposable plates are made straight from plants. Made from upcycled sugarcane bagasse, these plates are non-toxic, plastic-free, and tree-free. They are also certified compostable and can break down into nutrient-rich compost within just 90-180 days after disposal. These plates are USDA-certified for being plant-based and TUV-certified for being home and industrial-compostable. Other than being eco-friendly, these disposable plates are also super strong and sturdy. They are anti-mushy and sag-free and stay the same throughout your meal experience. They do not also leak or fall apart. Plus, these plates are non-toxic and can be used in a microwave, oven, freezer, or refrigerator. Compostable Disposable Bowls Also made from upcycled sugarcane bagasse, these compostable bowls are USDA-certified for being plant-based and TUV-compostable. These non-toxic disposable bowls are a planet-safe alternative to making your meals plastic and tree-free. These bowls are also free from any chemical nasties and do not contaminate your food with unwanted toxins even if you use them to reheat leftovers in a microwave or store some food in the refrigerator. Compostable Cleaning Wipes Our compostable cleaning wipes are also made from upcycled sugarcane bagasse. These cleaning wipes are a great way to get rid of messes while cooking without relying on plastic-based wipes. Made from just plants and certified compostable, these wipes are also non-toxic and can be used on a variety of surfaces. Tree-Free Paper Napkins Rather than using tree-made napkins, you can switch to our tree-free compostable napkins, which are made from upcycled sugarcane bagasse. Allowing you to wipe your hands without wiping the rees, these napkins are available in different sizes and are a great option for having guests over. You can also use our compostable kitchen paper towel, which is also made from just plants, with our compostable cleaning wipes. This kitchen tissue towel is super absorbent and a planet-safe option.