drinking straws

What is the carbon footprint of a drinking straw or piece of cutlery? In this article, we’ll break down how much straws and cutlery of all types contribute to global warming. Plus, we’ll share our findings from a study of how HAY! Straws and cutlery measure up against the alternatives.   

The drinking straw has been a harmless staple since ancient civilization–it’s only in the last 60 years that it’s become synonymous with environmental harm. It begs the question: “how did we get here?” Let’s take a look at the history of the drinking straw.