The Evidence
To date, two independent research studies have been conducted on the Earth Bag:
Carbon Footprint Analysis of a Retail Paper Shopping Bag - The Earth Bag
By Dr Martin Anda, David Goodfield, Joanne Stewart, Les Westerlund:Murdoch University (July 2010)Key finding:
The Earth Bag produces approx 20% less carbon emissions during manufacture and disposal.
Biodegradability of “Earth Bag”, an Alternative to Non-Degradable “Green Bags”
By Dr Jaya Nair and Dr Martin Anda (November 2010)
Key finding:
Day 7 – in compost: Earth Bags became weaker and could be ripped apart
Day 21 – in compost: Earth Bags started falling apart when taken out for inspection
Day 35 – in compost: Earth Bags degraded completely and become part of the substrate
Earth Bags Australia has commissioned