Do you know what biodegradable plastic is?

Biodegradable plastic has become an increasingly popular option in fighting pollution and promoting a sustainable future.

Unlike conventional plastic, this material has the ability to decompose naturally and without leaving toxic residues in the environment.

In today’s article, we tell you what biodegradable plastic is, its uses and the benefits it offers.

What is biodegradable plastic?

It is a material that breaks down through biological processes into natural elements, such as water, carbon dioxide and biomass.

It is made using renewable sources, such as corn starch, and is often blended with natural polymers to increase its strength and durability.

Although its decomposition time can vary, it generally disintegrates in a shorter period than traditional plastic, thus reducing its environmental impact.

Uses of biodegradable plastic

Biodegradable plastic can be used in a wide range of applications.

In this way, it replaces conventional plastic in numerous products.

Some of the more common uses include:

Packaging:

It is used in the manufacture of food containers, shopping bags and bottles.

These products are becoming more and more popular in supermarkets and shops.

This is because they help reduce the accumulation of plastic waste and its impact on ecosystems.

Agriculture:

In agriculture, biodegradable plastic is used in the production of films and sheets to cover crops.

These materials protect plants from weeds and pests, while breaking down naturally without leaving harmful residues in the soil.

Packaging of cosmetic products:

Many cosmetic companies are turning to biodegradable packaging for their products, thus reducing their environmental footprint and offering more sustainable options to consumers.

Benefits

The use of biodegradable plastic carries several significant benefits for the environment and sustainability:

Pollution reduction:

By breaking down naturally, biodegradable plastic prevents the accumulation of plastic waste in oceans, rivers and landfills.

This reduces pollution and protects marine and terrestrial life.

Resource savings:

Unlike conventional plastic, which is derived from petroleum, biodegradable plastic is made from renewable sources, such as plants and biomass.

This decreases dependence on fossil fuels and helps conserve natural resources.

Promotion of the circular economy:

Biodegradable plastic can be part of a sustainable life cycle.

It can be recycled or composted, allowing its reuse in new products or its return to nature as an organic fertilizer.

In summary, biodegradable plastic represents a promising and sustainable alternative to conventional plastic.

Its ability to break down naturally, along with its various uses and environmental benefits, make it an attractive option for reducing plastic pollution and promoting a cleaner future.

By choosing products made from biodegradable plastic, we can contribute to a positive change in the environment and advocate for a more sustainable lifestyle.

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Spring crafts with recycled plastic

We are already in Spring and the Easter holidays are very close to us with the children at home for two long weeks.

It is the perfect moment for us to encourage ourselves to make a craft to bring joy to our home and we will also have the little ones entertained.

In today’s blog we bring you a few Spring crafts made with recycled material.

The importance of recycling

Plastic is a material widely used in our daily lives, but it is also one of the materials that pollute our planet the most.

That’s why recycling plastic is so important to reduce the environmental impact of its production and disposal.

From Baidal we always encourage recycling those materials whose recycling is possible.

We can also reuse them to give them a second life.

With plastic we can make a multitude of crafts like the ones we tell you about below.

Spring crafts with recycled plastic

Some creative spring craft ideas you can make using recycled plastic.

plastic bottle flowers

Flower craft made with recycled plastic

Plastic bottles are one of the most common materials that can be recycled.

To make flowers, we simply cut off the top of the bottle and then cut the petals at the bottom.

We can paint them with acrylic paint and stick them to a wooden toothpick to make a nice bouquet of flowers.

Butterflies from plastic bags

butterfly craft made from plastic bags

Plastic bags are another material that can be easily recycled.

To make butterflies, we cut a plastic bag in the shape of a butterfly and attached it to a rod or wire so that they can move.

We can also paste several butterflies on a mural to give our house a spring touch.

plastic pots

Plant pot craft made with recycled plastic bottles

Plastic pots are very useful for planting flowers and plants.

We can make our own recycled plastic pots using plastic bottles cut into the desired shape.

We just have to paint the pots with acrylic paint as we like and put them in the garden or at home.

Bird feeders with plastic bottles

bird feeder craft made from recycled plastic bottles

Plastic bottles can also be used to make bird feeders.

We cut off the top of the bottle and make holes in the sides so that the birds can access the food.

We can paint the bottle with bright colors to attract birds and hang the feeder on a tree or on the balcony.

plastic lamps

We can also use plastic bottles to make decorative lamps.

We cut off the bottom of the bottle and put a candle inside.

We painted the bottle with bright colors to give it a spring touch that will look great.

These are just a few spring craft ideas that can be made using recycled plastic.

Remember that recycling plastic is an important way to reduce our environmental footprint and do our part to protect our planet.

If you want more information about plastic recycling, visit our website.

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Tips for recycling in your company

By now we all know about the importance of recycling. But in addition to recycling at home, we can also encourage recycling in our office.

We spend a lot of time in our workplace and we must become aware of and get involved with recycling just like we do at home.

Recycling in the office is an important practice to contribute to caring for the environment.

However, many times we do not know how to start or what to do to achieve effective recycling in the office.

In today’s article we give you some tips and tricks to recycle in our company.

Tips for recycling in the office

The first thing we must do is identify the materials that can be recycled in our office.

Generally, these include paper, cardboard, plastic, glass, and metals.

To facilitate the separation of these materials, we can place recycling bins in different areas of the office, such as in the kitchen, in the meeting room and in the work stations.

It is important that bins are properly labeled so that employees know what materials to put in each one.

In addition, we must ensure that the containers are large enough and are emptied frequently to prevent them from filling up quickly.

Another important tip for recycling in the office is to reduce the use of paper.

We can do this by using double-sided printing and avoiding printing unnecessary emails and documents.

In addition, we may choose to use emails instead of printing and sending documents.

We can also reuse materials in the office.

For example, we can use envelopes and folders again and refill coffee cups instead of disposable cups.

In this way, we not only reduce the amount of waste we generate, but we also save money.

Another tip is to look for ways to recycle materials that cannot be deposited in conventional recycling bins.

For example, we may recycle printer ink and toner cartridges at specialty stores or through manufacturer recycling programs.

Similarly, discarded electronic equipment should be taken to specialized recycling centers.

The importance of promoting recycling in the company

Fostering a culture of recycling in the office is a highly recommended practice.

We can do this by educating and raising awareness among employees about the importance of recycling and the positive impact it has on the environment.

We can run information campaigns and offer incentives to employees who recycle more.

In summary, recycling in the office is an important practice that we can implement with some basic advice.

In this way, we contribute to caring for the environment and creating a more sustainable work environment.

 

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Recycle your plastic bottles and make planters for your house

Although we try to reduce the consumption of plastic at home, there is always something that we have to end up buying. If you have plastic bottles at home, you can deposit them in the yellow container for recycling.

And you can also keep some to make some very original planters for your house or your terrace.

We tell you how in today’s article.

The importance of recycling plastic at home

As you know, there are small gestures that we can do on a daily basis to reduce the impact and consumption of plastic at home.

Use cloth bags instead of plastic bags, replace plastic with glass whenever possible or use disposable cardboard cutlery when we have a barbecue with friends, for example.

But it is true that we cannot completely banish plastic from our lives and that is where recycling comes into play.

It is very important that all the plastic that we consume at home and is likely to be recycled, we recycle it.

Either depositing it in the corresponding container, the yellow one in this case, or reusing it at home for some purpose.

Homemade pots made from plastic bottles

In this case we suggest you make some planters for your home or to decorate your terrace from plastic bottles.

Source: Pinterest

If you have a plastic bottle of water or soft drink at home, it will be perfect for this craft.

Take note and we’ll tell you how.

Necessary materials:

  • A plastic bottle (water or soft drink will do).
  • Paint in case we want to paint the bottle of some color, although we can also leave it transparent.
  • A marker.
  • Scissors.
  • Soil for plants.
  • The plants that we want to place in the pot.
  • A piece of string or cloth to decorate.
  • Pebbles to decorate.
  • Four small doorstops to act as legs for our planter.

Steps to make the pot

  • First of all, we measure and mark where we are going to cut the bottle. In this case we are going to cut it horizontally.
  • We cut the bottle.
  • We remove the label from the bottle.
  • We can leave it as it is transparent so that the soil in the pot is visible or we can paint it with a color that we like.

Source: Pinterest

  • We glue the stops at the bottom as legs.
  • To decorate the cap, we tie a piece of string or a piece of fabric that we like.
  • We put the land.
  • We put the plants.
  • We can put some pebbles above the ground as a decoration.

We already have our planter ready! we can make as many as we want and paint them in different colors.

Share with us your crafts with which you recycle plastic at home.

 

 

 

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10 alternatives to plastic at home

By now, we all know the serious environmental problem we are facing. That is why in 2018 representatives of the Member States and the European Parliament reached an agreement to reduce plastic pollution.

These measures include, for example, a ban on the sale of single-use plastic items, such as plastic plates, cups or straws.

From home we can do our part and implement various alternatives to the use of plastic. We tell you about them in today’s post.

We can help with the change from home

Make no mistake, our lifestyle is largely based on consumption. Many of the objects we use on a daily basis imply the use of single-use plastic such as bags, plastic wrap to wrap our food or the use of plastic cutlery.

We must bear in mind the 3R method: reduce, that is, buy less, reuse all those objects that we can and recycle. If we have this internalized and also apply a series of changes at home, we will help in this battle in favor of the environment.

Alternatives to plastic at home

1.Bags

It’s something that a lot of people already do and it’s great. We must definitely forget about plastic bags when going to the supermarket and take our cloth bags from home.

It is estimated that more than one million plastic bags are used in the world every minute. These figures are devastating and we have to reverse them.

2. Cutlery

Who has not barbecued with friends and used plastic cutlery for convenience? It is normal, but luckily now there are alternatives to plastic cutlery and they are just as comfortable, as cutlery made of cardboard or bamboo.

A bit of the same happens with drinking straws, they are used very briefly so we can replace them with paper, bamboo or metal straws and forget about plastic.

3.Lunch boxes

Those of us who have small children at home usually use lunch boxes to save their lunch for school or to take a snack to the park.

A good alternative to the typical plastic tuppers or lunch boxes are the metal lunch boxes, they are very comfortable and practical for children.

For the tuppers that we use at home to store food, we can bet on the glass ones. They are quite resistant.

4.Film paper

When we prepare the sandwich for the little ones to take with them to school, the most practical thing is to wrap it in plastic wrap. If we want to stop using it, there are special wrappers to carry sandwiches, sandwiches or pieces of fruit that are made of cotton and can be adjusted to the size we need.

5.Toothbrushes

Renew the toothbrushes of the whole family and forget about those made of plastic. Get toothbrushes made with bamboo and whose bristles are made of biodegradable nylon.

They are also very cool!

6.Female hygiene

The compresses are made of plastic, an alternative would be to use the menstrual cup. They are made of silicone, they are reusable and we can use it for years.

This, in addition to reducing plastic pollution, represents an interesting economic saving for us.

There are also tampons made of organic cotton and totally biodegradable on the market.

7.Water bottles

Water is essential in our day to day and we usually take it everywhere, to school, to the office, to the gym … banish the plastic bottles of your life and bet on glass or stainless steel bottles.

They are comfortable and do not pollute.

8.Hangers

Now that we are in the middle of the wardrobe change for the autumn period, it is a good time to get rid of all the plastic hangers that we have at home.

Wooden hangers are a great alternative to plastic.

9. Buying in bulk

Many of the plastics that come into the house come from the supermarket. Fruits, vegetables or nuts, for example, often come packaged in plastic containers.

We can modify our purchase and acquire some of these products in bulk and take our own mesh bags from home to transport them.

10. Steel trash can

The garbage cans that we have at home are usually made of plastic. One option is to replace it with a stainless steel bucket.

There are some models that incorporate a carbon filter that can be changed and that controls bad odor.

By making these small changes and continuing with our recycling habits, we will do our bit to take care of the environment.

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Impact of plastic on nature

By now, we all know that plastic is very harmful to the environment and that recycling it whenever possible is essential.

In today’s post we detail the real impact it has on nature so that we can see the importance of a small gesture such as depositing our plastic waste in the yellow container.

The first stop: the oceans

Most of the plastic waste that is not recycled correctly, unfortunately ends up in nature and of those, the vast majority, end up “swimming” through our seas and oceans.

According to Greenpeace, the garbage equivalent of 1,200 times the weight of the Eiffel Tower reaches seas and oceans every year. This fact has a devastating effect on the marine flora and fauna.

Many animals are trapped in the plastic waste and end up dying either suffocated or because the plastic does not allow them to eat.

In addition, some types of plastic release pollutants when they come into contact with water, which kills marine animals and destroys fauna.

Many fish end up eating plastics, so when we consume fish we are ingesting a considerable amount of microplastics that end up in our body.

Our forests

Plastic pollution in seas and oceans is the most visible, but unfortunately it is not the only one. Our forests and soils are also polluted by plastic waste.

A plastic bottle that we leave abandoned in the field will take about 500 years to decompose.

In addition, many of those plastics that are degrading, are absorbed by the soil and release toxic substances that can end up filtering until they reach some water source, such as lakes, rivers or seas.

These microplastics are already present on practically all surfaces, they are very small and it is easy for animals to ingest them, so they again enter our food chain with the risks that this poses to our health.

The air

Our skies and the air we breathe are also not spared from plastic pollution. The production of plastic itself expels a large amount of harmful substances into the environment.

Similarly, plastic when burned is one of the most polluting waste.

The only solution is to raise awareness and reduce the use of plastic elements, while recycling as much plastic waste as possible.

From Baidal we encourage you to do your part and reduce your plastic consumption, reuse and above all recycle all the plastic you use.

 

 

 

 

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The plastic recycling process step by step

By now, we all know how important plastic recycling is. With such a simple action, how to separate our plastic waste and throw it into the corresponding container, we help these waste to have a second useful life, in addition to doing our bit to take care of the environment.

But what we do not know is that the plastic recycling process must go through several steps to achieve the desired result.

In today’s article on our blog we tell you about the plastic recycling process step by step.

Reception and selection of plastic

Once the plastic has been deposited in the corresponding container, it is transferred to the recycling plants where, at first, it is received and prepared for separation and selection according to its characteristics.

In the first place, those plastics that contain other materials such as metals or remains of dirt or dirt are separated.

They are also usually separated by color, thus saving on the consumption of colorants and it is easier to recycle them.

crushed

The plastic is crushed into very small pieces that are called pellets and that are usually shaped like small balls. In this way, the material is homogeneous and the rest of the process is easier.

washed

Next, the plastic goes to the sinks where it is washed with water and removed so that all the impurities that may have stuck to the plastic are deposited at the bottom.

Drying and spinning

In addition to drying the material, the centrifugation serves to finish getting rid of any foreign material or impurity that may still remain.

Extruded and filtered

The next step is necessary to achieve the final texture with which to work the plastic. It is first melted by heat to create a mass, at this point the color is added.

Once the desired texture is achieved, the material is subjected to a filtering process to finish removing any remainder or impurity that may remain.

Granced

In this step, small balls called pellets are obtained. Subsequently, it is analyzed that they comply with all the established quality requirements, they are packaged and stored.

The recycled plastic would already be ready to be bought and used for the manufacture of other objects.

From home, we must continue to do our part in the plastic recycling process. Remember, it costs nothing, you just have to separate the plastic waste and throw it in the yellow container.

If you have any questions about it, contact us.

 

 

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Vegetable leather from pineapple

Vegetable leather is a must. Currently, the demand for animal skins is high and between 2008 and 2017 the European Union imported more than 10 million skins or leather products such as bags and belts, according to figures compiled by Pro Wildlife.

One of the most consumed products by the automotive industry is leather.

Thus, it is essential to look for alternatives to animal skins with vegetable leather.

There are cheaper and equally aesthetic options such as pineapple vegetable skin or pineapple vegetable leather.

Vegetable leather made from pineapple

This product that has similar properties and characteristics to animal skins.

It also contributes to the conservation of the environment while taking care of the cost.

In the future, it could be considered to create a network between fruit traders and vegetable skins producers, thus also contributing to being a socially responsible project.

Many plants and fruits are recognized for their resistance, either to weather conditions or for the composition of their fibers.

For some years now, brands such as Ananas Anam, have refused the idea of ​​making garments with animal skins and have opted for other circular economy alternatives.

The use of a textile is sought that can be made from the union of the fibers without having to be sewn, with a finish identical to that of animal leather.

Phases of the process

Make a prototype of vegetable skin based on pineapple stem leaves for various

applications takes a process, which is detailed below:

Obtaining raw material

First of all, the raw material must be obtained.

To obtain pineapple leaves, it is necessary to have a supplier of this waste raw material, for this, negotiations are carried out with markets that allow obtaining these waste.

Leafless

Secondly, we proceed with the leaf removal and degumming.

As part of the process, the leaf stalk must be removed from the pineapple leaves, which is removed from the top of it.

For this process it is necessary to carve the pineapple leaf with a metal spoon, along with this with a sandpaper of 3000 water, the cellulose protections of the leaf must be broken until reaching the fibers (thin filaments similar to a thread light brown).

After doing this, the vegetable fiber threads are thoroughly washed until the chlorophyll is completely removed from these leaves.

Dehydration

Then dehydration is carried out, which consists of using vacuum bags with which the dehumidification will be carried out in an oven, a process which will be carried out at 160 degrees Celsius, checking it every 15 minutes so that it does not harden and split.

Tissue

Next, the fibers are woven. In this stage, the pineapple fibers are interlaced one by one to obtain excellent quality.

After obtaining the cellulose from the pineapple, an industrial comber will be used to separate fiber by fiber.

In this process, a little oil will be placed as a humectant, in order not to tangle and thus obtain the pineapple thread with which the fabric will be created.

Laboratory tests

Finally, in order to check the resistance, durability, coloration and ergonomics, tests are carried out in laboratories, in which chemicals and colorants such as glycerin, coconut oil and starch are added to achieve the desired properties.

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Recycled material furniture The most ecological decoration

Apart from energy efficiency, if you want to give your home an ecological touch, opt for types of furniture that use recycled materials for their construction.

Ecological awareness is increasingly present and we pay more and more attention to the world around us.

This concern for the environment is expressed in our homes, choosing more energy efficient homes.

But what about the interior?

Recycled material furniture: recycled and recyclable

One of the pioneers of this type of design is the French Philippe Starck, who in 2012 created the Broom chair.

Source: Pinterest

Made with recycled and recyclable material in its entirety.

The components and waste generated for its production can be divided into wood and plastic to be able to be used again.

One of the newest names to appear in the world of furniture design is Pentatonic.

Pentatonic is a design and technology company that operates in what is known as a circular economy.

This means that they design and create beautiful products and consumer goods that allow a more sustainable and responsible way of daily life, and that can be recycled as many times as desired.

The British company recently unveiled its first collection of home furnishings and accessories made from smartphones, soda cans and cigarette butts at the London Design Festival.

At the same festival, Benjamin Hubert presented his Axyl collection, created for Allermuir, in which he uses recycled aluminum, wood and nylon to make furniture.

The Milo table, by French designer Tristán Titex, uses recycled cutouts from wooden planks and antique furniture.

PET: infinite possibilities

If we talk about recycling, there is something that we cannot forget, and this is PET plastic bottles.

Today, the use of recycled plastic bottles extends far beyond school crafts.

Last year, Ikea decided to create a kitchen made from recycled plastic bottles.

Cardboard furniture

Still don’t have a cardboard furniture at home?

If the answer is no, it sure won’t take you long to do it.

This type of furniture is much more resistant than we think, and there are already countless firms that launch proposals for furniture made with cardboard.

Beds, tables, chairs, sofas … Having a cardboard piece of furniture today is a must.

Source: www.elpais.com

What are you waiting for to be the coolest of the gang of friends? Jump into sustainability!

We hope you have enjoyed the theme.

And that at least it serves so that there are more people who begin to raise awareness about sustainability.

It is necessary and there is no planet B!

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Decorate your house for Halloween with recycled materials.

You don’t need to buy plastic things to have fun on Halloween!

In today’s blog, we want to give you some ideas for Halloween costumes or decorations from recycled materials.

Let’s go there

Plastic bottle skeleton

First of all, we had the fantastic idea of ​​creating a skeleton made from recycled plastic bottles.

Use one bottle for the head or skull, one for the rib cage, and then 2 or 3 more to create the legs, feet, arms, and hands.

Source: Creaciones Rosario Contreras

Can ghost

Second, ghosts can be created out of plastic cans or containers.

Paint the cans white, turn them over, and paint the eyes and mouth black.

Add strips of white fabric to hang from the can.

Source: Artes Manuales Maymig

spiders with recycled plastic

Take the plastic containers where the frozen ones are packed and paint it black, creating a spooky spider.

Then, take the plastic rings that hold the sodas together and create a stunning spider web.

It will be terrifying!

Ghost lights with plastic bottles

Line up some milk bottles, add black paint to draw their faces, and then put white Christmas lights inside.

It’s a line of ghosts!

Also, on the internet, you can find numerous templates to illustrate the face of ghosts.

Source: Scrappingparados

Frankenstein with recycled bottles

Take two large, empty soda bottles, cut out the bottom of each bottle and join the two parts.

On the top, paint the hair and eyes, then paint the mouth and some screws on the bottom.

Finally, take the bottle caps and wrap them in silver foil; They will look like two screws that you can stick in the bottle simulating the ears.

Source: Ecobrisa Manualidades con Reciclaje

Bats with bottles of liquid yogurt

Save the bottles of liquid yogurt you have at home and paint them black.

Also paint the occasional straws black to simulate the bat’s legs. Draw the wings on a piece of paper, paint them black, and glue them to the bottle.

Just add the eyes!

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