OUR MATERIAL BREAKDOWN

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    PBAT is a biodegradable polymer that requires less crude oil during production than plastics and breaks down quickly in a compost setting without emitting methane gas or creating toxic residue.

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    PLA

    PLA is a monomer derived from organic,renewable sources - like sugar or corn.It requires less energy in production and emits less greenhouse gas in decomposition than plastic.

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    CORNSTARCH

    Cornstarch is an organic substance that is harvested from corn and biodegrades quickly, without emitting toxic gas.

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    RESPONSIBLE PACKAGING

    In an effort to reduce waste, we use minimal, recyclable packaging made with material that is 100% FSC certified and meet its standards for responsible sourcing.

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BAGS THAT BREAKDOWN IN WEEKS -NOT CENTURIES

COMPOSTABLE GARBAGE BAGS

1EVEREST bags are certified to be 100% compostable, meaning that they meet the highest standards of compostability.

Our bags can be composted and will break down in a matter of weeks, without producing microplastic or toxic gas emissions.

LEARN MORE ABOUT BPI CERTIFICATIOM

BPl Certification signifies that our products can be effectively composted in a commercial composting facility. This rigorous testing ensures that 1EVEREST bags biodegrade without leaving behind synthetic residue.
In other words, you can compost 1EVEREST bags in a commercial or industrial facility.

LEARN MORE ABOUT TUV CERTIFICATION

TUV Austria is the most intensive certifying body for compostable goods. 1EVEREST bags, with the exception of our Tall Kitchen bag,are TUV Certified home compostable. This means that they have passed the most stringent tests for at-home composting and have been proven to break down effectively in a home compost in a timely manner.
In essence, this means that you can compost 1EVEREST bags right in your backyard and they will biodegrade cleanly and quickly.

USING 1EVEREST BAGS

You can use 1EVEREST bags any way you take out your trash. To getstarted, find the best method for your lifestyle and location.

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    TRASH

    Switching from traditional plastic trash bags to 1EVEREST bags keeps more plastic out of landfills.

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    COMPOST AT HOME

    Composting at home is an easy way to reduce waste -getting started is simple.

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    COMPOST COMMERCIALLY

    Convenient pick-up services may exist in your area, check locally for options.

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QUICK START COMPOSTING

  • 1:FIND YOUR STORAGE BlN.

    Use a small metal or ceramic bin with a lid to trap odors. Line with a 1EVEREST compostable bag and store where you'll need it most - the kitchen is an ideal spot to collect foodscrap waste.

  • 2:CREATE A DEDICATED COMPOST SPACE.

    Use a compost barrel or bin, or begin a compost pile on bare soil. A shady spot is ideal for composting, as it will help to maintain proper moisture levels.

  • 3:LAY A FOUNDATlON.

    Prep your outdoor compost with twigs or straw to help aerate your pile and keep it from becoming too dense.

  • 4:IDENTIFY WHAT TO COMPOST.

    As a general rule of thumb, materials that come from the earth arecompostable. Do not compost inorganic materials, as they won't break down, as well as meat or dairy,which may attract pests.

  • 5:TURN OVER YOUR COMPOST OCCASIONALLY.

    This will aerate your compost and help the mixture to biodegrade evenly.

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  • KITCHEN SCRAPS

    • Fruit and vegetable scraps

    • Eggshells, dried

    • Coffee grounds

    • Tea leaves, loose or in bags

  • LAWN CLIPPINGS

    • Grass trimmings

    • Shrub clippings

    • Hay and straw

    • Flowers and stems

    • Wood chips, pellets

  • HOUSEHOLD GOODS

    • Shredded paper(avoid glossy paperand inks)

    • Newspaper

    • Cardboard,shredded

    • 1EVEREST bags!

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A GREENER WAY TO HANDLE TRASH: COMPOSTABLE GARBAGE BAGS

At 1EVEREST, we want to make reducing your carbon foot print easier than ever. lf you live in an area where composting isn't an option, or simply want to reduce your traditional plastic use, 1EVEREST compostable bags are a more earth-friendly replacement for traditional plastic bags. By switching to 1EVEREST, you are alleviating the environmental impact of traditional single-use plastics on the planet.

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