Red plastic solo cups.
Reduction Potential: High
Material Definition
Bottles and cups including water bottles, beverage bottles, and single-use drink cups made of #3-#7 plastics. #7 plastics are only included if they are non-compostable. Caps/lids are included if attached or left on. Items could be clear or of any color.
Alternatives
Examples from Audit
Red plastic solo cups.
Reusable cups and mugs.
The waste reduction benefit of bulk beverages is degraded or lost if the beverages must be served in disposable plastic cups. The solution is to pair bulk beverages with washable mugs and cups. Note that disposable “paper” cups are typically also lined with a plastic coating.
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