They were given the alternative of providing free utensils made of paper or wood ... about 100,000 tons consist of disposable plastic spoons and straws. The law, which covers the production ...

so disposable utensils made from organic materials — and thus biodegradable, compostable or even edible — are gaining popularity. Is this progress? With as many as 40 billion plastic utensils ...

The move assumes significance as demand for disposable food-serving utensils at social gatherings has been growing amid ...

BAR HARBOR, Maine (WABI) - College of the Atlantic in Bar Harbor has become the first school in the nation to eliminate ...

President Donald Trump’s campaign previously sold Trump-branded plastic straws with the message, “Liberal paper straws don't ...

France has embarked on two experiments we should take note of. First, the nation just banned all non-biodegradable disposable plastic cups, plates and utensils. Second, it passed a law requiring ...