Join the #plasticfreepints movement
With COVID19, there has been a visible resurgence in the use of single-use plastic cups by venues – especially for outdoor events and pints in the park. Organisations in the UK, including ECODISCO and Ours to Save, have started a campaign to encourage you to bring your reusable cup and use #plasticfreepints to inspire change
Over 450 pubs in London alone have started serving takeaway pints in single-use containers due to COVID-19.
Benefits
- Avoids use of single-use
- Easy to communicate
- Scientists have published a statement to reassure public reusable containers are safe during pandemic
Challenges
- May require purchase of a reusable alternative if you don't already have suitable container at home
- Requires behaviour change from consumers
- Some venues may not allow use of your own cup
Making A Difference
So far several pubs in London are taking part in #plasticfreepints, including the Wheatsheaf in Tooting and the Crooked Well in Camberwell.
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