Compostable dishes made from leaves
If you feel guilty every time you buy disposable paper plates and cups for a picnic, you might want to check out VerTerra products. The company sells plates, bowls, cups, and other dishes made of compostable plant materials. No chemicals, waxes, or dyes are used. VerTerra products can stand up to the rigors of the refrigerator, microwave, or even an oven. That means you can use them to store your leftovers and reheate them without using a different container.
It takes 2-3 months for the plant-based dinnerware to biodegrade. And while they're described as single-use products, you can certainly use each item several times before tossing it in the compost bin.
VerTerra makes its dinnerware in South Asia, and says that it pays fair wages. The products will cost you a bit more than the paper plates and plastic cups you can typically find in the grocery aisle. A 10-pack of 6-inch bowls will set you back $8.99, while a 10-pack of 9-inch plates costs $11.99.
[via triplepundit and hugg]
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