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Business Wire
22-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Emerald Ecovations Launches New Line of Sustainable Molded Fiber and PLA Compostable Foodservice Products
HUNTINGTON, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Emerald Ecovations, a leader in sustainable solutions for foodservice and janitorial industries, proudly announces the launch of over 50 additional compostable molded fiber and clear PLA Plant to Plastic ® foodservice items. This innovative lineup furthers Emerald Ecovations' commitment to supporting green practices across foodservice industries. 'We are thrilled to introduce these groundbreaking products, each designed with the dual goals of environmental responsibility and performance excellence,' said Ralph Bianculli, CEO of Emerald Ecovations. 'Our molded fiber and PLA solutions help our customers significantly reduce their environmental footprint, directly contributing to measurable savings in trees, water, plastics avoided, and compostable waste diverted from landfills.' The new molded fiber products, proudly manufactured in the USA, include clamshells, plates, burrito bowls, and lunch trays. These products use miscanthus, a rapidly renewable plant which Emerald Ecovations believes deeply in, having recently acquired a miscanthus facility in Arkansas. These tree-free items significantly contribute to combating deforestation and are compostable. Unlike many products in the market, Emerald Ecovations' molded fiber solutions contain no added PFAS chemicals, ensuring safer and healthier foodservice operations. Complementing the molded fiber collection, the new PLA product line—featuring clear cold cups, salad bowls, deli containers, and clamshells—addresses the urgent need to eliminate petroleum-based plastics. Derived from renewable plant sources, these PLA products offer superior clarity, durability, and certified commercial compostability, effectively helping to reduce plastic pollution and landfill usage. To further support the rollout, Emerald Ecovations will host an informative webinar showcasing product details, benefits, and sustainability impact. Product images and further information will be available on request. Products are accessible immediately through Emerald Ecovations' distributor network or by direct inquiry at About Emerald Ecovations Emerald Ecovations is on a mission to end deforestation and plastic pollution by providing sustainable products for everyday essentials such as coffee cups, paper plates, toilet paper, and more. Our products are tree-free, plastic free, & toxin free.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Emerald Ecovations Partners With Octoen, an Advanced Composting Machine Manufacturer
New partnership allows businesses to turn food waste and compostables into fertilizer within 24 hours HUNTINGTON, NEW YORK / / May 20, 2025 / Emerald Ecovations, a leader in sustainable solutions for foodservice, facilities, and packaging, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Octoen, an innovative manufacturer of electric composting systems that turn food waste and approved compostables into high-efficiency compost fertilizer within 12-24 hours. This partnership positions Emerald Ecovations as the authorized dealer for Octoen's cutting-edge composting systems across the United States, furthering both companies' commitment to sustainability and improving the overburdened wastestream. "As we continue to see the failure of single use recycling and the public push back in all states across the USA on landfills, it is time to step up. By integrating and combining Emerald Ecovations' compostable foodservice disposables and Tree-Free Towel and Tissue products with food waste into the Octoen's composting systems, we are creating the most comprehensive and efficient solution for sustainable waste management in the food service industry," said Ralph Bianculli, CEO at Emerald Ecovations. "This collaboration not only diverts food waste and disposables from landfills, but also transforms it into valuable compost, enriching the soil and promoting a circular economy. This platform now offers our clients, their waste management partners, and their sustainability professionals the most advanced solution to closing the loop and advancing their ESG scope 3 goals." Octoen's state-of-the-art composting systems utilize innovative technology to accelerate the composting process, efficiently breaking down food scraps and Emeralds Ecovations compostable products into nutrient-rich compost. The state of the art systems are designed to be compact and user-friendly, making them suitable for every size establishment from health care, B&I food operators, sports & entertainment venues, and state and local municipalities. Emerald Ecovations manufactures over 350 sustainable solutions for businesses, including a wide range of compostable foodservice and facility products including plates, cups, cutlery, takeout containers, and Tree-Free commercial towels and tissue products. Made from plant-based materials, these products offer a sustainable alternative to traditional single-use plastics, and paper products allowing businesses to reach their zero waste goals. "The partnership between Octoen and Emerald Ecovations offers a seamless and effective solution for businesses seeking to minimize food and packaging waste and embrace sustainable practices," said Can Seremet, CEO of Octoen. "Marrying best-in-class compostables with best-in-class composting machines is a turnkey solution." Beginning in June 2025, businesses will be able to bring Octoen's composting systems into their facilities, restaurants, venues, and more. For more information about the partnership and to explore Octoen's composting solutions, visit or contact their sales team directly. Contact Information Alex Viola Director of Marketing and Communicationsmarketing@ SOURCE: Emerald Ecovations View the original press release on ACCESS Newswire Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
