Eco Trash Bags for Classroom and School
April 6, 2009 by Myscha Theriault
Perf Go Green Eco Trash Bags
Trying to fight the plastic bag dilemma? Still need to get your classroom trash to the curb? I recently came across a product that is as helpful for schools as it is for office and home. Read on.
The Perf Go Green company has tackled the issue of biodegradable trash bags in a way that won’t produce harmful gases during the breakdown. Made of recycled plastic, these bags are super sturdy and contain an additive that allows the products to break down into non toxic biomass within two years. No toxic fumes or byproducts are left behind. How cool is that?
The bags are bright green and are available in standard 13 gallon kitchen, larger 30 gallon yard size (which is what we actually prefer for our kitchen trash), commercial trash bags for whole school use, and paint drop cloths for larger student projects. I’ve reviewed the product in depth over on my Wise Bread blog, but wanted to bring them to your attention here in the education arena. They are available at various retail stores and at Amazon.
Because these bags are so affordable, they should be an easy sell to your school board, administration, PTO or steering committee. This product seems to be custom made for making a distance on a grand scale via use in institutions and municipalities. They also have food storage and cash register bags scheduled to come out some time in 2009. If you’ve been looking for an alternative to toxic trash bags in the classroom, Perf Go Green may be just what you’re looking for.
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I would say that lots of companies are doing their best to manufacture plastic bags that are better for the environment. In fact, the company I represent, Jig-A-Loo, has recently introduced a new line of plastic bags called EconoGreen that are made from:
100% recycled plastic
100% oxodegradable
100% recyclable.
These EconoGreen bags and drop cloths contain an additive that will completely break down within 2 years after use. Considerably less than traditional plastic bags and especially grocery bags that we often use as garbage bags. Plus, you can’t beat the price! An eco-friendly product shouldn’t have to break the bank!
For more information, visit our Jig-A-Loo website!