As the renewable energy industry continues to expand, solar and wind developers are increasingly prioritizing sustainability, not just in energy production—but across every phase of construction. One area gaining rapid traction is the adoption of biodegradable erosion control and sediment management solutions. That’s where the Nature90™ Platform comes in.
What is Nature90™?
Nature90™ is a comprehensive suite of erosion control and sediment management products made with at least 90% biodegradable materials, designed to help solar and wind energy contractors, engineers, and environmental designers reduce plastic waste and simplify post-construction site restoration.
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Why Biodegradable BMPs Matter for Renewable Energy Projects
Large-scale renewable projects often span hundreds of acres, with a significant footprint on surrounding ecosystems. Traditional BMPs like silt fences and plastic-based wattles can leave behind persistent plastic pollution and require costly removal after project completion.
By contrast, Nature90™ products biodegrade naturally, offering:
- Reduced labor and removal costs
- Compliance with growing state and federal biodegradable BMP mandates
- Improved long-term site sustainability
- Lower greenhouse gas emissions through compost-based media
MKB Company’s Featured Nature90™ Products for Solar and Wind Projects
- 100% Biodegradable
- Natural+ wood fiber netting
- Compost FilterMedia fill
- No field removal needed
Perfect for perimeter control and slope interruption during site grading and foundation installation.
- 100% Biodegradable
- Natural+ wood fiber netting
- Rice Hull media fill
- No field removal required
Ideal for flat terrains and utility corridor stabilization on wind farm sites.
- 90% Biodegradable
- Coconut fiber matting
- Reusable and durable
Keeps sediment above the grate, significantly increasing storage capacity and reducing the risk of clogging and street flooding
4. ErosionTech Erosion Control Products
- 100% Biodegradable
- Jute netting with Straw, Coconut, or Excelsior fill
- Compatible with GreenStakes compostable pins
Excellent for vegetated swales and post-construction landscape restoration.
What a Nature90™ Site Looks Like
On a typical solar or wind project site, traditional BMPs may require frequent inspection and maintenance, and also must be manually removed and disposed of—often leaving behind fragments of plastic netting embedded in the soil. This creates unnecessary waste, labor costs, and long-term environmental liabilities that conflict with the very purpose of renewable energy development.
A Nature90™ Site, by contrast, is designed for efficiency, environmental integrity, and ease of compliance from day one. These innovative biodegradable BMPs remain in place after installation and naturally break down over time, removing the need for end-of-project clean-up. That means fewer man-hours, no costly landfill tipping fees, and a streamlined close-out process.
Need to add more erosion control midway through the build? No problem. Additional SiltSoxx or ErosionTech solutions can be installed without disturbing or removing existing BMPs. And because they degrade safely back into the environment, you’re not just protecting the land—you’re actively improving it.
Environmental Benefits Beyond Erosion Control
Nature90™ isn’t just about erosion control—it’s about regenerative environmental stewardship. Products like SiltSoxx are filled with locally sourced, recycled organic materials, giving waste streams a second life and turning every installation into a micro-engine for environmental benefit.
Here’s how Nature90™ products deliver ecosystem value across solar and wind developments:
- Divert Organic Waste from Landfills: By repurposing compost, wood fiber, rice hulls, and other natural media, Nature90™ products help reduce the volume of green waste headed to landfills. This cuts methane emissions and promotes a regional circular economy.
- Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions: Organic materials used in Nature90™ solutions sequester carbon in the soil while replacing petroleum-based plastics. The result? Lower total project emissions and alignment with carbon neutrality initiatives.
- Enhance Stormwater Filtration & Retention: Compost-based filter media excel at slowing runoff, filtering pollutants, and improving water infiltration. This not only protects adjacent ecosystems and watersheds but also helps meet stormwater compliance metrics.
- Support Native Vegetation and Soil Health: Unlike plastic-based erosion blankets that can impede root growth, Nature90™ solutions decompose into organic matter that enriches the soil, improves structure, and supports successful revegetation with native species.
These ecosystem services don’t just meet regulatory expectations—they reflect the values of solar and wind energy developers who are committed to building a truly sustainable future from the ground up. Contact us today to learn how Nature90™ products can help you design and build the next generation of solar or wind energy projects—without leaving plastic behind.
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