Are you confused when trying to decide which items go into which bin after eating lunch? Do you think to yourself, "This should be easier?" Well, you're right, it should be, and it can be.
The reason this is so challenging is that you have to determine what items are plastic (non-compostable) and separate that from the recyclables and food waste. If you take a minute and look at the items you encounter at a typical lunch or take out meal, there is no reason for any of it to be plastic any longer. Almost every single disposable food service item now has a compostable alternative:
- utensils (forks, knives, spoons)
- straws
- drink lids
- drink cups
- to go boxes
- plastic bags
Let's get the fast food/take out industry to change its plastic ways for good.