Why are products going ‘water-less’?
Whether you shop online or at the local store, for common variants of FMCG products and their organic alternatives, there are now a bewildering array of choices. One colorful bottle…
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What should I know about ‘compostables’?
Plastic waste is a growing concern across the world. The problem is a complex one, including waste exports from the global north, limited recycling, contamination, overproduction etc. But at the…
The social cost of personal care
Picture this. You’re on vacation, taking a walk by a beautiful beach at sunset. Something tickles your toes, and you pick it up out of curiosity. Not a pebble, not…
Recycling Plastic: Key Challenges
Recycling is often touted by companies as a solution to the massive amounts of plastic waste that their products create. We often hear from FMCG and Cosmetics companies about their…
Replacing Single-Use Plastic: Why & How?
Single-Use plastics are plastics used in packaging and products, that is used just once in its entire life. These include wrappers, bottles, plastic films, plastic sheets, containers that are used…
The devil in the details: Compostable versus Oxy-Biodegradable
Garbage bags are used in every household and commercial establishment. These bags have a very short life and very often end up in the landfills. Luckily, there are substitutes available…