Home About Products Services Environment Contact EPS & The Environment It’s a fact that all manufacturing processes along with the daily activities of every living creature have distinct environmental consequences and contribute to environmental degradation. When someone claims environmental consciousness it is imperative to be able to identify which products of daily use or activities have the less environmental consequences. The most accurate and internationally accredited method to identify the environmental impact of products is the Life Cycle Analysis. Such a study has been defined by the US Environmental Protection Agency as a way to evaluate the Environmental effects associated with any given industrial activity from the initial gathering of raw materials up to the point where all residuals are returned to a landfill or being recycled. One of the most accurate reports conducted by Franklin Associates, proves that Disposable Cups and Containers made of Polystyrene use less energy and water than comparable products made of paper or PLA. The facts are : Polystyrene foam products require approximately 50% less energy to produce compared to alternatives Polystyrene foam products are 95% to 98% air which means they use less materials compared to alternatives Polystyrene products are 100% recyclable Polystyrene foam products require significantly less water as opposed to paper cups Making, using and disposing of foam products, as opposed to comparable paper, generates approximately 50% less greenhouse gas emissions Studies & Reports Franklin Associates Study Paper Versus Polystyrene Reusable vs. Disposable Cups Single use Cups are the winners! Further Reading Links Plastic Food Service Facts Plastic Food Service Facts A rich source for all sorts of info on the plastic foodservice packaging that we use every day. American Chemistry Council American Chemistry Council New Study: Polystyrene Foam Cups and Plates Use Less Energy, Water Than Paper or Corn-based Alternatives. Foodservice Packaging Institute Foodservice Packaging Institute Frequently Asked Questions and Comments About Foodservice Packaging and the Environment (Resources Section) Polysterine: Myths & Facts Polysterine: Myths & Facts The foam products that are used in food services industries comprise less than 1% of all landfill constituents. In Brief Michael Procos S.A. is an internationally established producer of plastic cutlery, foam cups, confectionary containers, injection glasses, cup lids and PET cups in a wide variety of sizes adhering to the highest standards of manufacturing and environmental responsibility. Product Families Foam Cups Foam Containers PET Cups & Lids Compostable Cups & Lids CUP LIDS Crystal Glasses Cutlery Confectionary Packaging Certifications ISO 9001 / ISO 9014 / BRC PACKAGING Share this page Contact Information Michael Procos S.A. | 1 Seneka Str. N. Kifissia – Athens, Hellas, 14564 Phone: +30 210.80.74.632 Fax: +30 (210) 8079641 MAP LINK ©2021 Michael Procos S.A. · Designed by Metrax. | Cookie & Privacy Policy Home About Products Services Environment Contact We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish.AcceptRead More