1. Written Analysis of a Case Antenor Cruz Austria Rina Tan Zanganeh

2. Summary of the Situation People have been looking for “greener” alternatives to remedy the plethora of our environmental problems, especially with the usage of plastic materials which causes pollution to water and land. With this, people around the world have discouraged the usage of plastic materials, especially the disposable ones. Due to long chains of chemicals bonded together, it would take a long time for them to break down and for the chemicals to return to the ecosystem. As our people are mindless about their trash, we would see a lot of plastic materials scattered around the city. That is why the authorities are now starting to be strict with garbage problems and are eagerly looking for effective ways to solve the waste problem.

3. The Idea: Biotensils BioTensils solves the problem of plastic waste disposal but at the same time, giving its customers the ease and comfort of using plastic ware, without the uneasiness brought by the usage disposable plastic being harmful to the environment.

4. Plastic CutleryAfter ~30days After ~60days What happens to BioTensils after being used and disposed of? Plastic Polymers (- CH- chains) + Additive Water (H 2 O) + Carbon Dioxide (CO 2 ) + Biomass UV Light (from sunlight) Oxygen (O 2 ) Main Reaction How It Works: Oxo-biodegradable Additive

5. Oxidation with Light and Oxygen Biodegradation With enzymes, bacteria, bio-assimilation Figure 1: Bioerosion of peroxidized PE and the growth of Rhodococcus rhodochrous after one month Source: EPI-Global.com

6. What’s in it for me? End ConsumersEnvironment Food establishments Manufacturer Biotensils degrades in less than 90 days Alleviate waste problem Corporate social responsibility Positive image Get to enjoy the benefits of a cleaner, greener environment We earn from making the world greener and cleaner one utensil at a time! Wholesalers High profit margins Earn while helping the environment

7. What We Foresee

8. Next Step Allow us too: 1. Sponsor an outlet  We’ll provide a one week supply of utensils to any outlet of your choice. 2. Inform the Public  Upon satisfactory reviews, we will inform the public of your move towards greener and more sustainable measures. 3. Hold a Launching/Tie - Up Party

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