Recycled Poo Bags VS Compostable Poo Bags
The two contenders of eco-friendly dog poo bags in 2024 are: Recycled Plastic Waste Poo Bags and Compostable "Cornstarch" Poo Bags. Our research found recycled plastic poo bags to be...
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Plant-Based and Cornstarch Dog Poo Bags
Are "plant-based" or "cornstarch" poop bags eco-friendly? Intuitively, most of us would answer, "yes". Pushed to answer why we think so, we'd say it's because they are "plastic-free" or "made of...
Are Biodegradable and Compostable Dog Poop Bags Eco-Friendly?
Firstly, let's differentiate biodegradable and compostable. Important Principles 1. When the word "biodegradable" is used on it's own - it is a form of greenwashing. Without specifying how long it takes to "biodegrade"...
Are dog poop bags biodegradable?
If you've been a little sceptical about whether dog poo bags actually biodegrade as claimed... you have every right to be. So, are dog poop bags actually biodegradable? A dog poop...
What happens to dog poop from dog poo bins?
Dog poop from dog poo bins get taken to landfill or incineration. They are treated as “general waste” in the UK. Unfortunately, there are no industrial composting systems that accept...
Plant-Based vs Waste-Based Dog Poo Bags
Is one a better option for our planet? Plant-based dog poo bags: By now, most dog owners would have heard of these - poo bags that are marketed as "made...
Are Compostable Poo Bags Eco-Friendly If You Don't Compost Them?
Ok, so let's say you don't have the facilities, space or the time to compost dog poo (which is completely fair enough)! But you still want to choose an eco-friendly...
Myths and Misconceptions About Compostable Poo Bags
1. Compostable poo bags are made from 100% plants – FALSE. There are no 100% plant-based compostable poo bags on the market. Although many compostable poo bags are marketed as ''plant based'' -...
Should I Use Biodegradable Dog Poo Bags?
Poo bags - all dog owners have to use them. We won't get into it here, but on top of being a nuisance, dog poo left in the environment can...
What Dog Poo Bag is Best?
Our furry friends bring us joy, laughter, and yes – the need to stoop and scoop. Among all the items we need for our pets, the dog poo bag stands...
Finding The Most Sustainable Poop Bag For You
As most of our Poo Revolution blog posts suggest, the disposal of dog poo and poo bags is a very complex issue! Ultimately, there is no perfect solution out there at...
What is a Plastic Negative Poo Bag?
In an era when environmental concerns are more prominent than ever, innovative solutions are constantly emerging to tackle the problem of plastic pollution. One such solution is the concept of...
Debunking the Myth: Why Biodegradable Dog Poop Bags Aren't Good for Our Planet
In recent years, the demand for eco-friendly alternatives has led to the rise of biodegradable dog poop bags. On the surface, these bags appear to be a perfect solution for...
What Is The Most Eco-Friendly Poop Bag At Present?
So let's say you don't or can't compost your dog's poo at home and like everyone else in the UK, your local council doesn't collect dog poo for industrial composting......
Things to Consider Before Composting Your Dog's Poo
Dog ownership is a great source of companionship, love, and joy, but it also comes with its fair share of responsibilities. One of the most unpleasant duties of dog ownership...
9 Reasons Why Compostable & Biodegradable Poop Bags Are NOT Eco-Friendly (yet!)
1. Made with up to 80% fossil fuels. They are mainly made with PBAT (polybutylene adipate terephthalate) - a biodegradable plastic made from fossil fuels. They are often described as...
What Do Compostable, Biodegradable, Degradable, Oxo-Degradable Poop Bags Mean?
A quick overview of some important (and highly confusing!) terms: “Bioplastic” is a confusing term that can refer to bio-based, biodegradable, and/or compostable plastic. Bio-based plastic = partly or entirely made...
Dog Poo Wormeries
Dog poo wormeries are a fantastic way to compost your dog's waste and create nutrient-rich soil for your garden. Worms are incredibly efficient at breaking down organic material, and dog...
How To Compost Dog Poop
For dog owners, dealing with dog waste is an unpleasant reality. But what if there was a way to turn that waste into something useful? Traditional composting theory may tell...
Do Plant-Based Poo Bags Actually Exist?
As many of you know, we have been spending a lot of time researching the most environmentally friendly poo bags. Since starting this journey we've been overwhelmed by the amount...