In Australia, renewable solutions are increasingly being introduced on the popular TV show, Shark Tank.
The Swag, presented by Peita Pina, is a fridge bag that extends the life of produce by maintaining moisture. The bags are made from 100% natural materials. Bare and Boho offers organic baby products, including cloth diapers made from organic hemp and cotton.
EcoSoulLife has developed biodegradable disposable plates and cups made from palm leaves, cornstarch, bamboo and husk. The table ware will completely decompose within two to three years.
Pod and Parcel is looking to mitigate the one billion plastic coffee cups that end up in Australian landfills annually. The company has created biodegradable coffee pods compatible with Nespresso-machines.