The disposable cup crisis: what's the environmental impact of a to-go coffee?, Waste
By A Mystery Man Writer
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It’s easy to forget about single-use cups the moment they leave our hands, but their slow decomposition can release microplastics and pollutants
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The disposable cup crisis: what's the environmental impact of a to-go coffee?, Waste
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Clean North on Instagram: ALL DISPOSABLE CUPS ARE BAD FOR THE ENVIRONMENT so please BYO hot beverage/mug whenever possible. If your coffee shop does not refill, ask them to change their policy!
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Is your reusable coffee cup really making a difference?
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