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The current cost of 50 cents per strand of beads is a major improvement over earlier iterations and makes these biodegradable beads far more competitive with traditional Mardi Gras beads. And the team believes the costs can go even lower. Traditional Mardi Gras beads are produced from natural gas and oil-derived feedstock and take an estimated 500 years to decompose. And when they do, they release heavy metals and other toxins into the environment. According to Louisiana State University, they can even clog sewer systems across the city. About: Mardi Gras has always been great, even before the era of “too many” imported, disposable, plastic beads and trinkets. Grounds Krewe hopes to reverse the quantity over quality trend and reinforce that special connection between thrower and catcher with items that are functional, well designed, made from sustainable materials and promote Louisiana products and people. One strand of Mardi Gras beads can cost less than 25 cents. Meanwhile, throws like lab-created biodegradable beads and the flowers that the Krewe of Iris use now cost over twice as much. 1 of 3 The Krewe of Freret, which already paraded this season, became the first Mardi Gras organization to ban plastic beads on its floats. Members instead tossed glass beads, cups and other reusable items. Nearly a dozen krewes also buy throws from Grounds Krewe, which sells sustainable options. We hope to catch these before Mardi Gras is over: This has sparked a need for innovative, eco-friendly solutions that balance the festive spirit of Mardi Gras with a commitment to sustainability. Eco-Friendly Floats and Biodegradable Beads. The rise of eco-friendly practices during Mardi Gras is paving the way for a greener celebration. Jerome and Dian Milton pose with their biodegradable Mardi Gras beads at the Hilton Riverside in New Orleans, Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2021. The beads and paint are biodegradable and compostable. It started with three women who became increasingly frustrated with the lack of eco-friendly alternatives to traditional Mardi Gras throws. So, we embarked on a quest to design, create, and source items we would be proud to throw ourselves. In our commitment to this ideal, Epiphany was born. No object screams bacchanalian melee quite like the beaded throws chucked at revelers along the Mardi Gras parade route each spring during Carnival. In New Orleans alone, krewes toss more than 25 million pounds of plastic beads each year as sloshed spectators clamor to collect. Unfortunately, the beads are more than just wasteful–they're toxic, according to the Ecology Center's Healthy Stuff The biodegradable Mardi Gras beaded necklaces costed about $5 per strand, which is about 100 times more expensive than an average plastic Mardi Gras beaded necklace. The cost could be reduced to $0.20 - $0.50 per strand if they are mass-produced. to make Mardi Gras throws more environmentally friendly. Meanwhile, Kato is in discussion with a nutraceutical company and awaiting a contract in order to begin production of biodegradable Mardi Click throw titles for more info: (20) Consumable Throws - 5 Jambalaya, 5 Red Beans, 5 Coffee, 5 Popcorn (20) 100% Recycled Plastic Cups - 10 of each color/design (10) Bamboo Toothbrush Sets (8) Mardi Gras Pencils Kits (8) Mardi Gras Honey Straws (8) Biodegradable Glitter Kits (6) Basil Herb Starter Kits (1) “Enjoy Louisiana” Jute Tote Bag
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