Compostable food packaging is made, disposed of and breaks down in a way that's kinder to the environment than plastic. When disposed of in the right way, compostable packaging will return to earth quickly and safely as it's made from plant-based, recycled materials.
One of the biggest benefits to the environment is that compostable packaging requires less carbon to produce. It also reduces the amount of waste send to landfill, providing the earth with beneficial nutrients.