WWW.EMPRESS–PRODUCTS.COM RELEASE DATE: Q3-2016 PLA LINED PAPER HOT CUPS & FOOD CONTAINERS At Empress Products, we care about the environment, and our impact upon it. We make many efforts to decrease our dependencies on petrochemicals and reducing the amount of waste being sent to landfills. EMPRESS EARTH PLA LINED PAPER CUPS & FOOD CONTAINERS are fully compostable and made of renewable reasources. PLA is a resin made from cornstarch, which is used as a lining in paper cups and containers as an impermeable liner. It is fully biodegradable, and can be commercially composted. PLA uses 65 percent less energy to produce than conventional oil-based plastics and generates 68 percent fewer greenhouse gasses and contains no toxins. EMPRESS EARTH PLA lined Hot Cups are available in multiple popular sizes, ranging from 8 to 20oz, with two lid options, while EMPRESS EARTH PLA lined Food Containers are available in 8 to 32 oz sizes. At Empress Products, we understand the need for compostable products made from environmentally friendly resources. With this PLA lined paper products offering, there are sure to be more sustainable options to fit all of your needs!