Did you know that Americans used 500 million straws every day in 2018? This amount of straw could go around the world and back two and a half times. That's an awful lot of litter and rubbish!
The use of plastic straws has become ubiquitous and has one obvious purpose, but sadly our environment is suffering from our irresponsible disposal of these objects. The vast majority of us don't even think about them. Plastic straws have become a symbol of our throwaway culture. Naturally, the proliferation of fast food and takeout contributed greatly to the dramatic rise in the use of plastic straws. Almost nowhere in the world would you be able to buy a burger combo without also purchasing a soft drink with a plastic straw. We get our drinks and then throw the straws away after we use them. This seemingly benign activity has devastating repercussions on marine life and the planet's ecosystems. Non-recyclable plastic straws contribute to waste management problems and, worse, ocean pollution. They tend to cluster together in garbage patches around the world that pose a threat to marine life because they might become entangled in them.
Today is National Skip the Straw Day. Be one of the many companies and individuals who are choosing to replace plastic straws with paper straws or other eco-friendly alternatives. Want to spread the word? Then we’ve got great products for you to check out. This Collapsible Stainless Steel Straw Kit is great for travelers who want a straw to take wherever they go. If you want one for your purse, then the Sip 'N Slide Telescoping Straw is great too. It comes with its own brush, so you can conveniently clean your straw on the go. Call us to order today!