Water wastage is only one aspect of the total environmental impact ... The word “paper” might suggest that the paper cup is easily recycled and that it is not as bad as its plastic cousin. However, ...

Paper cups are lined with polyethylene to prevent ... leading to the buildup of microplastics in both land and water ecosystems. This accumulation disrupts wildlife habitats and contributes ...

Examples are things like straws, coffee stirrers, plastic bags, fizzy drink and water bottles and most food packaging. When it comes to recycling paper cups the big coffee chains have made a lot ...