Biodegradable waste bags introduced to Lanka

The Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Colombo has welcomed the use of certified compostable bags made with BASF's ecovio to efficiently and effectively divert organic and biodegradable waste from landfills.

German Ambassador Dr. Juergen Morhard said, "Good waste management practices are a worldwide imperative, particularly in Sri Lanka, which is trying to identify clean and effective methods of disposing garbage."

"These certified compostable waste bags made with ecovio from BASF are important for industrial scale waste producing sectors such as hotels and supermarkets. Waste management has to be considered in the wider context of society, the environment, and the economy," he said.

"Based on our experience with pilot projects conducted globally, the use of certified compostable bags help to increase participation rates. This is partly because the certified compostable bags allow the hygienic collection of organic waste. Such projects have served as tangible case studies which can support the enactment of waste division policies and legislation," said Head, Specialty Plastics, Asia Pacific, BASF, Dr. Tobias Haber.

"The ecovio bags reflect the commitment to technological innovation and environmental protection inherent in BASF products and services," said Managing Director of BASF in Sri Lanka, Sunderesan Ramanath.

"Ecovio is fully biodegradable and certified compostable, and is based to a large extent on renewable resources. We aim to encourage a new approach to waste management that protects natural resources, while ensuring the effective disposal of waste," he said.