Environmental Impact

Global Phase-Out
of Polystyrene Foam

The global movement against plastics and polystyrene foam is rapidly spreading worldwide, with an increasing number of regions recognizing the need for the change.

In December 2023, the "Farewell to Foam Act" was introduced to the U.S. Congress, signaling a decisive move towards phasing out plastic foam food containers, loose fill foam, and single-use foam coolers throughout the nation. This legislative effort is in line with a broader environmental consciousness, evidenced by actions already taken by numerous states, such as New York, California, Maryland, Colorado, Washington, Delaware, Oregon, Washington D.C., Rhode Island, among others, to reduce plastic usage. Furthermore, polling data from Oceana reveals that a significant majority of American voters—77%—are in favor of reducing single-use plastics, with 72% specifically supporting measures to curtail the use of plastic foam foodware, packing peanuts, and coolers.

These legislative developments mirror a collective acknowledgment of the critical need to transition towards more sustainable materials. Positioned at the forefront of this shift, Amylum Systems offers pioneering, eco-friendly alternatives that align with and bolster these environmental initiatives.