Explore the economic impact of foam.
The foam industry provides thousands of jobs across the country and saves consumers millions of dollars every year.
Businesses and government facilities from San Francisco to Los Angeles rely on foam. Alternative products don’t insulate nearly as well, they cost more, and in many cases, they generate more waste, while increasing air and water emissions over their life cycles..
Foam Across Industries
EducationA typical foam tray costs significantly less than a compostable tray – saving some school districts over a million dollars per year in material cost.
HealthcareMost hospitals use polystyrene foam products to minimize exposure to bacteria and other foodborne pathogens.
ManufacturingFoam manufacturers are innovating the way polystyrene foam is recycled for both food containers and product packaging.
FoodserviceBanning foam foodservice products would cost millions for the restaurant industry – an industry that already has razor thin profit margins.
Small BusinessBanning foam would hurt small businesses – 650 California restaurants along with numerous local Chambers of Commerce signed a coalition letter urging law makers to oppose SB 568, cited as a “job killer”.
ShippingBecause of its lightweight structure, polystyrene foam is a preferred protective packaging for use in shipping valuable items.
Latest News
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August 22, 2017
Pasadena Had the Chance to Recycle but Chose a Ban Instead
Pasadena, California, is further extending its foam ban to include all restaurants starting August 22nd. Their initial ban mandated that all city facilities and events
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August 14, 2017
San Francisco’s Foam Ban Goes Too Far
San Francisco has approved a new citywide law on its foam ban, making it the most extensive ban on foam in the U.S. The city
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August 14, 2017
Los Angeles Goes in the Wrong Direction with Foam Ban
Los Angeles’ Board of Supervisors met on August 2nd to discuss a potential ban on polystyrene food containers. They believe that these containers are accumulating
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July 19, 2017
Restaurants Worry About Potential Foam Ban in Grover Beach
Grand Avenue in Grover Beach, CA offers locals and tourists a wide array of restaurants to choose from. Most of these restaurants are locally owned
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July 19, 2017
Redding Joins San Diego in a Foam Recycling Program
Redding, CA is one step closer to making its city a waste free society. The Foam Recycling Coalition granted Redding $49,000, allowing businesses and residents
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