Because approximately 35 billion plastic markers end up in landfills annually, carlo ratti associati has unveiled the world’s first fully compostable marker — the scribit pen. Made of natural fibers and filled with water-based, non-toxic, edible ink, the pen aims to promote a transition towards sustainability and circularity. The pen barrel is available in wood, bioplastic, and anodized aluminum. The natural fiber ink cartridge and nib, which lie inside the barrel, can be replaced, ensuring the barrel can be used multiple times. the water-based, non-toxic super washable ink is high performance and non-toxic to such an extent that it is certified as edible. The project aims to address scribit’s commitment to promoting a circular economy: a sustainable approach to production and consumption which aspires to replace the take-make-waste linear model.