“Towards the end of the race one of our water stations ran out of paper cups for a short period of time ... and giving finishers wooden medals that can be used as drink coasters in place of metal ...

What Research Shows: Microplastics and Chemicals in Paper Cups Studies show that these particles and chemicals can leach into your drink, possibly entering your body with every sip. Over time ...

Starbucks customers across hundreds of locations in the United States started their weeks off with a surprise: Their beloved Frappuccinos and iced espresso drinks served in paper cups, not plastic.

Both the cups and lids are made of fiber-based paper board with a bioplastic liner ... is bring your own cup and Starbucks will make your drink in it. Starbucks also offers "for here" cups ...