Florida is proposing to ban paper straws because many contain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), which pose environmental and health […]

The best straw recycling programs are those that accept a broad range of materials—including paper, polypropylene (PP), and PLA—while providing

The EU single-use plastic directive 2026 refers to the updated European regulations that expand restrictions on single-use plastic items—including straws,

Yes, some eco-friendly straws contain PFAS. Recent studies have detected per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in a significant percentage of

Do paper straws contain PFAS? Yes, research confirms that many paper and other non-plastic straws are coated with per- and

Yes, grass straws are a rapidly emerging eco-friendly alternative to paper and plastic straws, offering superior durability and genuine compostability.

The Florida anti-paper straw bill failed in committee in 2025, surprising many in the eco-friendly packaging industry. Senate Bill 852,

Starbucks Singapore removed straws from condiment bars to eliminate unnecessary waste from single-use disposable straws while maintaining straw availability for

The Florida straw bill 2025, formally sponsored by Senator Jenn Bradley, proposes a phased ban on single-use plastic straws unless

The new Disney EPCOT straw rule, effective June 2026, requires guests to request a straw for any beverage purchase rather