08/31/2026
Compostable packaging needs somewhere to go. 🌱 New research from the Sustainable Packaging Coalition found that 18.1% of the sampled U.S. population has access to curbside or drop-off composting programs that accept both food waste and some forms of compostable packaging. Overall composting access also increased from 27% in 2020 to 35.9% in 2025, showing that infrastructure is continuing to grow. (Sustainable Packaging Coalition, 2025)
Want to find composting options near you? Use Better Earth’s Compost Drop Off Database to search for local drop-off locations, and always check with the facility to confirm which compostable materials they accept. (Better Earth, 2025)
NatureFlex™ helps brands design packaging with compostability in mind. Made from renewable wood pulp sourced from responsibly managed forests, NatureFlex films are certified for home and industrial composting. (Futamura)
Ready to give your packaging a compostable end-of-life option? Explore NatureFlex™