Bamboo Yoshi is a U.S.-based sustainable packaging company developing biodegradable and compostable alternatives to plastic, including food-service packaging made from renewable and regenerative materials. With more than seven years on the market, it pairs an online product range with research into circular packaging and materials that can be reused, recycled, or returned to the environment with less waste.
EccoCaneEccoCane turns the fibrous residue left after sugar extraction into compostable food-service packaging, including trays and containers made from sugarcane bagasse. Founded by food-service professionals with more than 20 years of industry experience, the company focuses on replacing conventional paper, plastic and foam disposables with renewable-resource alternatives for wholesalers and their customers. Its products are designed for hot or cold food and are microwave- and refrigerator-safe.RIDGEWOOD, NY
PulpWorksFounded in 2011 by veteran packaging leader Paul Tasner, PulpWorks designs and produces custom molded-fiber packaging from renewable and upcycled materials as an alternative to single-use plastic. Its patented Karta-Pack began as a compostable replacement for plastic blister packs, and the company now develops production-ready fiber packaging for brands seeking recyclable or compostable protection. PulpWorks has earned more than 20 awards for sustainable packaging and environmental innovation.New York, NY
Mushroom PackagingMushroom Packaging, a division of Ecovative Design, grows custom-molded protective packaging from mycelium and upcycled hemp hurd rather than manufacturing it from plastic foam. Its MycoComposite™ material takes about seven days to grow and is home- and marine-compostable, returning to soil nutrients in as little as 45 days. The company also licenses the technology to regional producers and offers ready-made packaging such as breakaway corners and insulated coolers.
Produce Bio Pak LLCFounded in 2017, Produce Bio Pak LLC is a 17-member company built around collaborative sourcing and custom co-creation for businesses seeking more sustainable packaging. It works with produce packers, restaurants, food trucks, and specialty retailers to develop branded biodegradable or compostable packaging suited to their operations.