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03/05/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Dunkin’ improves packaging from foam to paper cups, reducing waste, pollution — but it’s still better to bring your own mug

Early last February, global donut company and coffeehouse Dunkin’ Donuts declared that it will be replacing its polystyrene foam cups with paper cups. The company will start phasing out foam cups in New York City and California restaurants this spring. By 2020, Dunkin’ Donuts aims to reach their target worldwide. The move will eliminate a whopping one billion […]

01/30/2018 / By Isabelle Z.

California becoming a fast food police state: $1,000 fine for waiters who serve plastic straws with beverages

California often makes headlines for its groundbreaking legislation, but a recently proposed law is getting attention for all the wrong reasons. AB 1884 would see waiters hit with a $1,000 fine and/or six months in jail for offering guests plastic straws in their drinks. The bill was introduced by Democratic California Assembly Majority Floor Leader […]

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