Founded by CEO Ralph Bianculli in 1997, Paradigm Group—through its Emerald Brand—develops sustainable disposable and packaging solutions that replace conventional paper and petroleum-based plastics with agricultural fibers and plant-based materials. The company’s signature Tree-Free, Farm to Tissue, Farm to Paper, and Plant to Plastic innovations grew from an original recycled-materials line into a broader approach to using crop waste and renewable feedstocks. Emerald products carry certifications including USDA BioPreferred, ASTM, Cedar Grove, and BPI.
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Emerald EcovationsEmerald Ecovations grew from paper-industry executive Ralph Bianculli’s 1997 effort to challenge the use of trees and petroleum in everyday disposables. The company now makes renewable-fiber packaging and foodservice products for organizations seeking alternatives to conventional single-use materials, while also helping customers understand their environmental impact.HUNTINGTON, 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
Bamboo YoshiBamboo 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.BROOKLYN, NY
SmartSolve IndustriesBowling Green’s SmartSolve Industries develops certified, bio-based packaging materials that dissolve in water, offering a plastic-free alternative for labels, pouches and other packaging. Its PureNil™ 0 substrate is the company’s first 100% bio-based, plastic-free, direct-food-contact-capable material, dispersing in under seven seconds and leaving no microplastics. SmartSolve holds FSSC 22000 and ISO 9001:2015 certifications, and its dissolvable labels have received APR Design® Recognition.BOWLING GREEN, OH