Probiotic cleaning and topical pet care products support the circular economy. In fact, they are a perfect fit for the circular economy, whilst traditional chemical cleaning and some pet pharmaceutical products are fundamentally at odds with it.
The environmental challenges we face today go back to the industrial revolution’s “take, make, waste” mindset. While this approach fueled progress, it has also brought our planet to a tipping point with climate change and pollution.
Most people agree on the need to recycle more and move towards a circular economy that minimises waste and pollution and keeps products and materials in use. However, there’s a significant issue: the containers we want to recycle often contain toxic chemicals, which are incompatible with a true circular economy. This blog post explains why—and how probiotic products offer a sustainable alternative.
Understanding the Linear vs. Circular Economy
The Linear Economy
A linear economy follows a ‘take-make-dispose’ model. Resources are extracted, products are made, and once used, they are discarded, leading to waste and resource depletion.
The Circular Economy
In contrast, a circular economy is ‘restorative and regenerative’ by design. It focuses on reducing waste by reusing and recycling materials in a way that retains their value, reduces resource depletion, and minimises pollution, contributing to a cleaner environment. It’s why probiotics and the circular economy are a great match.
The Toxic Conundrum
Unfortunately, the widespread use of toxic chemicals in many products hinders the vision of a circular economy. Toxic chemicals are not recyclable and persist in the recycling loop indefinitely.
Chemical products follow a ‘take-make-dispose’ model. Probiotic versions are restorative, regenerative and recyclable.
A report by Chemsec titled “What goes around” highlights this issue. It reveals that toxic substances are suppressing recycling rates and reducing efficiency. The report clearly states: “If chemicals of concern were more efficiently addressed, the market for recycled materials would increase.”
Key findings from the report include:
- A circular economy is far from being realized.
- The presence of harmful chemicals is a major obstacle.
- Chemicals of concern must be eliminated from product design.
- There is a significant market opportunity for safe, recyclable materials.
The Problem with Toxic Substances
Toxic chemicals are prevalent in everything from plastics and fabrics to food additives and cleaning products. These chemicals are often non-biodegradable, accumulating in the environment and causing harm.
During the recycling process, these toxic chemicals remain in the loop, accumulating with each cycle. They do not degrade, creating a persistent problem that hinders the benefits of recycling. This needs to change. Recycling must take place in a way that doesn’t perpetuate the use of harmful substances.
Toxic chemicals and a circular economy: naturally incompatible
How Probiotic Cleaning Products Promote the Circular Economy
In the quest for sustainability, shifting from a disposable linear economy to a circular economy is essential. Probiotic cleaning products play a pivotal role in this transformation.
Embracing a Sustainable Future
Harmful chemicals are alarmingly common in cleaning, pet care, and personal hygiene products. These chemicals inevitably enter the environment, whether through waste water or direct contact with soil and water. Probiotic products offer a non-toxic alternative, leveraging the power of beneficial bacteria to support a circular economy.
Probiotics, known for their health benefits in food, also offer powerful advantages in cleaning.
Switching to Provilan probiotic cleaning products from Ingenious Probiotics is a significant step toward supporting a circular economy. Here’s how:
1. Made with Safe, Naturally-Sourced Ingredients
Our products use probiotic ‘good’ bacteria naturally sourced from plants. These ingredients are vegan, animal cruelty-free, non-polluting, and biodegradable with no harmful chemicals, carcinogens, and toxins. This makes them ideal for households, especially those with children, pets or elderly family members.
2. Enhancing Indoor Air Quality
Provilan products are free from harsh chemicals that can pollute indoor air. They meet the highest Indoor Air Controlled A+ rating, ensuring a safer and healthier indoor environment.
3. Reducing Antimicrobial Resistance
Probiotics are living microorganisms that help to establish a healthy microbiome wherever they are used. They work in a mechanical way that does not contribute to antimicrobial resistance. This helps to preserve the effectiveness of antibiotics – a growing global concern.
4. Longer-Lasting Effectiveness
Our probiotic cleaners have a slow-release, natural action, remaining effective on surfaces for up to three days after application. This continuous action extends the life span of your probiotic products and can help to reduce cleaning intervals.
5. Transforming Waste into a Resource
The long-lasting action of probiotics means they continue working even after being discarded down the drain into the waterways. They can continue to break down organic matter and reduce pathogens. This turns waste into a resource that supports a healthier environment.
6. Supporting Local Ecosystems
The natural, plant-based ingredients reduce chemical usage, which helps to support local and global ecosystems. They are safe to discard into water ways and soil, and do not harm wildlife or disrupt natural ecological processes.
You Can Make a Difference Just by Re-Thinking the Products You Choose
Creating a circular economy is not a distant dream—it’s an achievable goal. But in order to get there, we must eliminate toxic chemicals from common use and design materials that are safe for recycling.
By re-thinking the products you choose, you can make a significant difference. Join us in supporting the circular economy and positively impacting the health of people, pets, and the planet.
Sometimes all you need to do to make a difference is re-think the products you choose and use. Join us in supporting the circular economy and making a positive impact on the health of people, pets, the planet.
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