PlasticFree Database Opens Access to Hundreds of Plastic Alternatives
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Jennifer Hahn
The bagel they save for the regulars. Don't skim, savour.
Summary
Environmental organization A Plastic Planet has removed the paywall from its PlasticFree database, making hundreds of expert-verified plastic alternatives freely accessible to designers and brands. The database, originally launched in 2023 with a subscription model, now provides open access to detailed reports on plastic-free materials and case studies, aiming to accelerate the transition away from plastic packaging and products.
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PlasticFree, which originally launched in 2023 with a subscription model, hosts hundreds of in-depth reports on plastic-free materials alongside case studies on how to implement them.
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