Product Design
Snack Tray
A subsidiary of the Indian Railways, has now embarked on a project to replace its plastic cutlery with cups and plates made of biodegradable compostable material. The objective of using compostable tableware is a part of the Railways’ drive to go green. Passengers are being served meals in compostable plates and bowls instead of the polymer ones. “IRCTC, with this new initiative, reaffirmed its commitment to a cleaner and greener India, and has taken a small step in this direction to achieve the same,” stated its senior officials.
Bagasse
Bagasse, the fibrous remains left behind after extracting sugarcane juice, is used to make the disposable cutlery and containers in which meals will be served. Provisions will be made to collect the used packaging, which will then be processed for disposal through composting to ensure environmental sustainability.
Properties:
Heat resistant up to 100˚C
Water and Oil resistant
Freezer friendly
Microwave safe.
Fibrous
Low density material
Lightweight
Flexible
Look and Feel:
Natural look and feel
Even though they feel like paper they are strong and hold their shape well
Why is Bagasse the most earth friendly choice?
Bagasse is a waste material from the sugar industry.
Bagasse is annually renewable.
It’s certified GM-free.
Bagasse is a tree-free paper.
Bagasse products are recyclable with other paper products as long as they have not absorbed any grease from food.
What Indian railways offer for Rajdhani passengers travelling in 2A
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