Straws
Plastic straws are on their way out – already visibly so in Europe. But if we stop there, we may win the battle and lose the war on plastic pollution. It is essential that the bans extend beyond Europe, where plastic pollution is worse. And we also have to phase out plastic plates, cutlery, balloon sticks and cotton buds, including products made of oxo-degradable plastics. In fact, we should question all single-use plastics. Why is Starbucks still selling 7 billion cups with plastic lining? Why are tea bags, biscuits and sugar cubes individually wrapped in plastic or foil. Let’s stop craziness.
— Wayne Visser
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