“We were impressed with the Emerald Ecovations toilet paper and tissue in our stateroom. As a family, we would like to do what we can for our environment.”
— Emerald Ecovations Customer
“Switching to Emerald Ecovations was easier than we expected. The products perform well, and their team helped us find the right fit for our everyday operations.”
— Head of Facilities
“The Environmental Impact Report gives us something concrete to share with our team and customers. We can show what our purchasing decisions are helping accomplish.”
— Emerald Ecovations Customer
“What stood out was the support. Emerald took the time to understand our needs, answer questions, and help our staff feel comfortable with the transition.”
— Dining Director
“Our guests notice the details. Emerald’s cups, napkins, and foodservice packaging help us reflect our values in the things people use every day.”
— Dining Director
“We started with a few products and expanded from there. Having one team help us evaluate options across foodservice and facility supplies has made purchasing simpler.”
— Head of Facilities
Who we are
Emerald Ecovations is a U.S.-based maker of tree-free products and the supply chain behind them, founded in 1997 and part of Paradigm Group.
What we do
- Tree-free, no-added-PFAS foodservice, facility and packaging products — 370+ SKUs from rapidly renewable fibers
- One-source supply chain: raw fiber, pulp and parent rolls, SUSTAIN™ packaging board, molded fiber and finished goods
- A sustainability program around the products: Environmental Impact Reports, the Emerald Sustainability Academy, and composting pathways
- Built for middle-market manufacturers, distributors and the organizations they serve
From raw fiber to finished goods. One source.
Converters, distributors and operators can buy at any stage of the chain from one supplier.
Bagasse
Sugarcane fiber, with FSC®-certified fiber, for SUSTAIN™ board.
Miscanthus
Miscanthus grass for SilverSoft premium bedding.
Packaging & cup board
SUSTAIN™ CPG board and cup board.
Finished goods
Cups, plates, bowls, cutlery, napkins, towels, tissue, cartons, molded fiber.
What we make
Foodservice Disposables
Cups, plates, bowls, cutlery, napkins, and molded fiber trays and clamshells — tree-free, no added PFAS.
Facility & Janitorial
Paper towels and bath tissue for facilities, plus cleaners for janitorial programs.
SUSTAIN™ CPG Packaging Board
Tree-free board for cartons, sleeves and rigid packaging. Uncoated and C1S, 85 brightness, no added PFAS.
Molded Fiber
Clamshells, compartment trays and takeout containers for foodservice, with no added PFAS.
What comes with the products
Environmental Impact Report
Scope 3 reporting that quantifies what your switch to Emerald products avoided. Free for customers.
Emerald Sustainability Academy
Accredited training on sustainability, ESG, regulation and our solutions.
Composting pathways
Cradle to Cradle program, composter locator, and on-site biodigesters.
Free tools
Legislation Map, EIR Calculator, U.S. Landfill Capacity Map, SB 253 & 261 guide.
Certified and trusted
ASTM certified
BPI certified compostable
Cedar Grove certified
FSC® certified
USDA BioPreferred





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