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Since Seattle’s plastic straw ban has taken effect, an array of biodegradable straws has hit restaurants, bars and cafés — some decent and some that dissolve almost the instant they come in contact ...

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If, like me, you’ve been trying to be more environmentally conscious, you know that cutting back on single-use plastics (or not using them at all) is a good place to start. Maybe that means bringing ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Anna Perling We’re planning to do a new round of testing of reusable straws, ...

Reusable straws had a moment several years ago, when it seemed like everyone was talking about them and encouraging their use. While the fervor has calmed down a bit — and they’re really just one way ...

The days where plastic straws and their wrappers litter the countertops of restaurants, coffee shops and fast food joints are nearing the end. With several governments, like Australia and the U.K., ...