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Eco Dried Stem Straws

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

The 'STRAWS' Offer an Alternative to Paper That Won't Get Soggy with Use

— March 20, 2020 — Eco
Paper straws have become a mainstream alternative to plastic and metal varieties but are notorious for becoming soggy in a short period of time, so 'STRAWS' have been created to help offer a sturdier alternative. Created by Warsaw, Poland-based PG Brand Reforming, the straws are made from dried stems instead of manufactured material in order to make them completely biodegradable and eco-friendly. The packaging for the straws is made from 100% recycled cardboard to further enhance the sustainable nature of the product.

The 'STRAWS' feature geometric shapes on the packaging that are referred to as spiders because of centuries-old Slavic folklore that foretells that spiders protect houses from fires and other natural disasters. This speaks to the way that the straws themselves help to keep unnecessary plastic waste out of the environment and help protect the planet in a small but impactful way.
Trend Themes
1. Dried Stem Straws - New alternatives to paper straws are made from dried stems, to provide a more sustainable and sturdy solution for drinking straws.
2. Recyclable Packaging - The packaging for the straws is made from 100% recycled cardboard, providing a more eco-friendly solution for packaging products.
3. Geometric Packaging - Geometric shapes on the packaging, called spiders, add a unique and interesting visual experience to the product.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - With more companies looking for eco-friendly solutions, the food and beverage industry can benefit from using dried stem straws as a replacement to plastic disposable straws and promoting their sustainability efforts to gain customer loyalty.
2. Packaging - The sustainable and recyclable packaging can disrupt the packaging industry by making businesses consider using more sustainable options for their own products, thereby reducing unnecessary plastic waste.
3. Home Accessories - The Slavic folklore-inspired spider design on the packaging of the dried stem straws can attract consumers who are interested in unique home accessories that are also eco-friendly.
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