As businesses are starting to disavow single-use plastics and countries are even attempting to ban them — Canada might be initiating change to do so by 2021, the demand for biodegradable and waste-free packaging is skyrocketing. Many firms and designers are troubleshooting with different materials to discover the most convenient, affordable, durable, and quality-oriented option.
Polish company MakeGrowLab's waste-free packaging, for example, makes use of agricultural by-products, "turning bio-waste into bio-material." The studio's wraps have a good oxygen barrier, are home-compostable, and insoluble in water. In addition to that, they are completely edible.
MakeGrowLab offers its waste-free packaging in four silhouettes — a bag, a tray, a sachet, and a bowl. Due to popular demand, the products are sold out and the company has put a halt on production until it moves to a bigger facility.
Eco-Friendly Waste-Free Packaging
MakeGrowLabs 'SCOBY' Wraps Make Use of Agricultural Waste
Trend Themes
1. Biodegradable Packaging - Opportunity for businesses to develop biodegradable packaging solutions as the demand for eco-friendly alternatives continues to rise.
2. Agricultural Waste Utilization - Innovative companies can explore ways to repurpose agricultural by-products and turn them into valuable materials for packaging and other applications.
3. Edible Packaging - Disruptive potential for the development of edible packaging solutions that offer both convenience and environmental sustainability.
Industry Implications
1. Packaging Industry - Packaging companies can embrace biodegradable materials and waste-free designs to meet the growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions.
2. Agriculture Industry - Opportunity for the agriculture industry to explore new revenue streams by repurposing agricultural waste into bio-materials for packaging and other applications.
3. Food Industry - Food companies could capitalize on the concept of edible packaging to enhance sustainability efforts and provide unique consumer experiences.