Agra Wool International Group from The Netherlands, is worldwide known for their substrates and water absorbing natural rock wool products for growers. After extensive testing with the product’s density, Agra Wool in 2018 has developed a product that has the same characteristics as floral foam in terms of use; Sideau®. In contrast to floral foam, that is made from oil derivatives and phenol resin – which is plastic – Sideau® is fully biodegradable. Therefore Sideau® is perfectly suited for florists and flower arrangers who want to use an fully environmental friendly base for their creations.
Sideau® is made of Earthwool®, a natural product made from basalt, a volcanic igneous rock. In addition, Sideau® is made with Ecose®, a natural binder, free from acetylates and formaldehyde’s. In the composition of the binder, therefore, petrochemical raw materials make way for vegetable raw materials like sugar beet or cane sugar. By heating, the material caramelizes hence the brown color. During the production of Earthwool® , seventy percent less energy is required than in the production of traditional yellow rockwool. Sideau® is noticeably softer but still very dense, does not emit any odor or discoloration in the water. Sideau® is therefore friendly to people and the environment. It does not crumble and is therefore pleasant to process.
The product name Sideau® is derived from the first name of the owner of Agra Wool, which is Sido. Furthermore the name consists of two phrases: Si and d’Eau, which explains one of the main characteristics of the product: it absorbs and holds water perfectly. Even better than the traditional floral foam. So, yes, water!
Sideau® is going to change the world of environmentally conscious florists and flower arrangers and for sure is the 100% biodegradable floral foam alternative.
*Sideau is affiliated with the Barometer Duurzame Bloemist (Sustainable Florist) initiative
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More than 3 billion people worldwide depend on water that crosses national borders. Yet, only 24 countries have cooperation agreements for all their shared water.
As climate change impacts increase, and populations grow, there is an urgent need, within and between countries, to unite around protecting and conserving our most precious resource.
Public health and prosperity, food and energy systems, economic productivity and environmental integrity all rely on a well-functioning and equitably managed water cycle.
Contaminated water by toxic substances and micro plastics is now a major known problem. Since 2018, 𝗦𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗨 ® has been producing the first 100% natural floral foam to replace traditional floral foam.
It is important to realize that traditional floral foam is made out of plastic. Plastic that ends up in the rubbish heap after one use and therefore also in nature. What remains is microplastic that eventually ends up in our (drinking) water. Fortunately, more and more people are becoming aware of this problem and are choosing a sustainable alternative with even more benefits than traditional floral foam, such as 𝗦𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗨 ®.
For more information, visit www.sideau.com
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The battle against deforestation requires new technological advancements. With 10 million hectares lost annually due to deforestation and approximately 70 million hectares affected by fires, these innovations are essential for early warning systems, sustainable commodity production, and empowering Indigenous Peoples through land mapping and climate finance access.
Additionally, ecosystem restoration, including reforestation efforts, can significantly contribute to climate mitigation and enhance food security while pushing the boundaries of sustainable wood products. and enhance food security while promoting sustainable wood products.
𝗦𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗨 ® has been around since 2018 and is therefore the first 100% natural alternative to floral foam that aims to change the world of flower arranging in an innovative and sustainable way.
For more information, visit www.sideau.com
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𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀
It’s a day to be happy, of course! Happiness is a fundamental human goal. International Day of Happiness, recognizing the relevance of happiness and well-being as universal goals and aspirations in the lives of human beings around the world and the importance of their recognition in public policy objectives. It also recognized the need for a more inclusive, equitable and balanced approach to economic growth that promotes sustainable development, poverty eradication, happiness and the well-being of all peoples.
Flower arranging brings joy, working with nature can only put a smile on your face. If you do this together, your love for nature and each other will only grow, and your happiness. If you use 𝗦𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗨 ®, you will also ensure that you do it in a sustainable way. This way you also make nature happy.
𝗦𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗨 ® has been around since 2018 and is therefore the first 100% natural alternative to floral foam that aims to change the world of flower arranging in an innovative and sustainable way.
For more information, visit www.sideau.com
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