Environmental Performance Testing

Whether you are…

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 manufacturing bioproducts

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generating organic waste

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or investing in sustainable technology

…our comprehensive testing packages and custom research services will ensure your solutions are safe for people and the planet.

Our Services

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Environmental Health Assessments

Ensure your products meet regulations, are free of harmful chemicals, and have no negative impacts on plant, soil, or water health with our comprehensive environmental health and impact assessments. We provide waste reduction and management recommendations to help you comply with regulations and minimize environmental impact.

  • Assess the impact of composted materials on plant growth and soil toxicity.

    • Seedling growth and emergence - OECD 308

    • Chemical leaching analysis

  • Assess the impact of products or composted materials on plant growth promotion as a fertilizer or soil amendment.

    • Macro- and micro-nutrient composition

    • Soil health metrics

    • Nutrient release kinetic studies

    • Comparative plant growth trials with organic fertilizers

  • Ensure your product is safe for people and the planet when it enters the waste system it was designed for.

    • Quantify chemicals of concern in your product

    • Water contamination testing

    • Chemical leaching analysis

  • Identification and assessment of potential environmental risks and impacts, mitigation strategies for minimizing environmental impacts.

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Compostability Testing

Compost disintegration and biodegradation testing services enable you to assess the true impact of your materials in diverse environments, empowering you to make informed decisions and optimize your product formulations. We will help you to align your offerings with sustainable practices and provide guidance on achieving the right certifications for your product.

  • Compare your product formulation’s ability to fragment in different environments

    • Aerated compost - ISO 16929

    • In-vessel compost - Internal test method

  • Compare your product formulations and their inherent ability to biodegrade

    • Compost biodegradation - ASTM D5338

    • Soil biodegradation - ASTM D5988

    • Anaerobic sludge biodegradation - OECD 311

  • We work with you to create and mobilize marketing assets that accurately and truthfully convey the value of your circular and sustainable products

  • Consulting support to determine the appropriate certification strategy based on your product’s environmental health and performance assessments

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Custom Research & Testing Services

Contact us to discuss projects catered to your specific needs, such as sustainable product design and development, regenerative waste management, and cradle-to-cradle strategy for your product. We thrive on collaboration and are eager to work together on groundbreaking projects that drive positive change. Whether you're seeking funding opportunities or need assistance in securing financial support, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.

  • We develop solutions targeted for your operations to transform your organic waste into a value-added resource.

  • We will work with you through the application process to help you lock in the funding you need.

  • Consulting services to support your product design team in selecting emerging sustainable materials and products for new or adjusted product lines.

  • Tailored research and testing options to provide customized solutions for your unique product.

Our testing services will let you make data-driven decisions about end-of-life applications.

We also offer full go-to-market support to accelerate the deployment of your product.