Call for coffee cup charge to reduce waste

The video discusses the environmental impact of disposable coffee cups, highlighting their low recycling rates due to plastic coatings. It explores the idea of charging for cups to reduce waste, similar to plastic bag charges, and examines consumer behavior regarding reusable cups. The video also addresses the challenges of recycling and introduces innovative technologies that transform used cups into valuable products, promoting a circular economy.

What is one of the main reasons disposable coffee cups are difficult to recycle?

• They are made entirely of plastic.

• They have a plastic coating.

• They are too small to be sorted.

• They are mixed with other waste.

How did the introduction of a charge for plastic bags impact their usage?

• It increased by 50%.

• It remained the same.

• It decreased by 85%.

• It decreased by 10%.

What is a common concern people have about using reusable cups?

• They are inconvenient to carry.

• They are not durable.

• They are not environmentally friendly.

• They are too expensive.

What is the stance of rival coffee shops on charging for disposable cups?

• They think it is the only solution.

• They believe it punishes the public.

• They fully support it.

• They are indifferent to it.

What innovative solution is being developed for recycling coffee cups?

• Using them as fuel.

• Converting them into a new resin.

• Burying them in landfills.

• Turning them into compost.