Alaska is looking to make a big move toward greater statewide sustainability by banning Styrofoam. Legislators are discussing a new bill that will prohibit the use of the non-biodegradable plastic foam material in restaurants and require biodegradable or compostable alternatives.
While this is great news for the planet, it’s also a tricky change for some in the Alaskan food industry.
Restaurants frequently use plastic foam containers for takeout orders, as they’re lightweight, relatively durable and well-insulated, and, perhaps most importantly, cheap. With the cost of just about everything continuing to rise , transitioning to more costly takeout containers can put even further strain on business owners…