With Penka restaurants reduce their carbon footprint by up to 50% with biodegradable cutlery

It is estimated that the food and beverage industry generates 32 million tonnes of plastic waste per year, of which less than 10% is recycled (Jambeck et al., 2015). These plastics can take up to 400 years to degrade, contaminating soils and oceans (WWF, 2020).

Biodegradable utensils decompose naturally in a much shorter period than conventional plastics, helping to reduce waste accumulation and environmental pollution.

Additionally, the adoption of biodegradable materials has allowed many chains to reduce their carbon footprint in the food service area by up to 50% (Ellen MacArthur Foundation, 2020).Penka's biodegradable cutlery is made with agave fiber, a resistant material that decomposes naturally without leaving toxic residue. Unlike traditional plastic, these utensils:

They degrade in less time than conventional plastics.
They do not require special conditions for their decomposition.
They are safe for the environment and comply with international ecological regulations.

Grade: PolyAgave PPT4

Sector: Restaurants

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