My Green Table Bagasse Disposable Tableware

by Erin
(North Carolina)

It's unrealistic to think that everyone (yes, even environmental enthusiasts) will use their good reusable tableware when they throw a party, and wash everyone's plates afterwards. It is also unrealistic to think that cafes or restaurants will ever be able to use reusable plates/bowls/cutlery without forking out (no pun intended) a lot of money. Disposable tableware made from Bagasse fiber is a good solution to this.

Bagasse serves as an excellent alternative to paper, as it does not require cutting down of trees, and it does not require as much energy to produce (and does not need to be bleached!). It also can withstand temperatures up to 190 degrees Fahrenheit, and is completely microwave and freezer safe. The aspect that makes Bagasse an eco-friendly substitute is that it is completely biodegradable/compostable. That is, it will decompose under controlled means in order to become compost, used for potting mix, mulch, etc. The composting process occurs within 30-90 days. Instead of wasting space in landfills, Bagasse disposables do their part in continuing a healthy energy cycle, putting organic matter back into the soil to support other growth.