carbon footprint

What Are The Environmental Impacts Of Traditional Disposable Coffee Cups?

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Although a report by Clean Water Action found that manufacturing conventional polystyrene products used less energy and water than paper or cornstarch alternatives, the single-use plastic is ubiquitous in landfills where it takes thousands of years to decompose, contaminates soil and water and pose hazards to wildlife What is its effect to our environment disposable … Read more

Are Cardboard Cups Good For The Environment?

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paper cups are commonly thought to be more environmentally friendly than polystyrene foam ones , because paper cups are made from trees, a renewable resource. In contrast, polystyrene is made from natural gas and petroleum, which are non-renewable, byproducts. Are cardboard cups biodegradable? No, most disposable cups are not biodegradable Most disposable cups are lined … Read more