Creating alternatives to plastic bags:
     These are plastics that will decompose in natural aerobic (composting) and anaerobic (landfill) environments. Biodegradation of plastics can be achieved by enabling microorganisms in the environment to metabolize the molecular structure of plastic films to produce an inert humus-like material that is less harmful to the environment. They may be composed of either bio plastics, which are plastics whose components are derived from renewable raw materials, or petroleum-based plastics which utilize an additive. The use of bio-active compounds compounded with swelling agents ensures that, when combined with heat and moisture, they expand the plastic's molecular structure and allow the bio-active compounds to metabolize and neutralize the plastic.

Creating alternatives to plastic bags:
    We are now venturing into production of alternatives to plastic bags. From our experience with the group making paper Mache products, we are confident that these women will have the creativity to expand the type and range of paper bags we can make with painting and block printing techniques. The women who can use a sewing machine will be given the task of making jute and cloth bags. Recently, the Delhi government banned the usage of plastic bags. We are capitalizing on a movement which has just begun and there will be definitely a larger demand for paper and cloth/jute bags which will be to our benefit.

Using of Bio Polymers:
    Bio polymers can meet or exceed the specification of their plastic counterparts. Biopolymers are thermoplastic material which is derived from either plant starch or a new range of biodegradable synthetic material. They can be processed using the same converting equipment that conventional plastic products are currently made with. ie blown film, thermoformed, extruded and injection molded. If accidentally left as litter they will still biodegrade via the effects of rain, sunlight and microbial digestion. If accidentally eaten by wildlife or stock they can be readily digested by most creatures.