ReThink Disposable in California

ReThink Disposable, a program of Clean Water Action and Clean Water Fund, prevents waste before it starts by working with local governments, businesses and institutions, and consumers to minimize single use disposable packaging in food service to conserve resources, prevent waste and ocean litter pollution.

 

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Starbucks and Our Plastic Pollution Problem

The globe is covered in plastic waste. The "to-go" coffee culture is a big part of this problem. Take Starbucks, for example. Starbucks uses more than 8,000 paper cups a minute, which adds up to more than four billion a year.
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The Problem of Marine Plastic Pollution

Preventing the generation of disposable products as much as possible reduces the amount of money needed for controlling and managing trash and litter. Prevention is both cost-effective and better for the environment.
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ReThink Disposable Participating Business Testimonials

Highlights from food establishments that have received ReThink Disposable assistance.

ReThink Disposable Case Study | House of Dim Sum (English & Chinese)

With support from ReThink Disposable, the House of Dim Sum restaurant eliminated 2.2 million disposable items from their yearly supply costs - an upfront investment of just $429 that will save $33,561 per year.

California Currents | Fall 2022

In This Issue: Make Sure You Are Prepared to Vote | Protecting Drinking Water Users in California | Celebrating Huge Legislative Victories | Mission Accomplished: Health and Safety Buffer Zone Unlocked | ReThink Disposable Goes National
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