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What product is normally used to seal paper straws?
glue
Name the founders of Plasticfri.
Allen Mohammedi and Max Mohammad
Where is Plasticfri based?
Sweden
How does Plasticfri make their straws waterproof?
with heat and pressure
What are some of the products that can be made from these plant-based materials?
cups, bags, straws
How many hours per week do they work to get the project off the ground?
100 hours per week
What is the relationship between the 2 founders?
They are siblings... (brothers?)
What do they say is the strength in their relationship?
That they are very different, and they don't think the same, and that is a bonus in their strategy.
How many plastic particles to they want to remove by 2026?
10 billion plastic particles
What is their final 'motto'?
We can't wait until tomorrow. We must take action today.
How do we say "empreinte carbone" in English?
Carbon footprint
How do we say "écologique" in English?
Eco-friendly or Ecological
How do we say "économie circulaire" in English?
Circular economy
How do we say "énergie fossile" in English?
Fossil Fuel
What do we call a brand new company in English?
a startup
What is different about PlasticFri's cups?
They don't have a plastic lining and are recycled like paper.
What product(s) are used instead of Plastic at PasticFri?
agricultural waste, non-edible plants, wood fibre, leaves
What is Plasticfri's mission?
To eliminate plastic waste and its negative impact on the environment by providing innovative and sustainable alternatives.
Why do most paper straws go soggy in our hot drinks?
because the product that makes the straw waterproof has dissolved
What does "scalable" mean for a business?
when the cost of something gets cheaper the more you produce
Conjugate the verb:
Plasticfri ..... since 2019. (to exist)
has existed
Conjugated the verb:
PlasticFri ..... to expand its product line. (to want)
wants
Conjugate the verb:
PlasticFri ..... several awards and accolades for its innovative approach to sustainability. (to receive)
has received
Conjugate the verb:
The owners ...... Plasticfri in 2019. (to found)
founded
Conjugate the verb:
Currently, scientists ..... different organic products in order to replace plastic. (to test)
are testing