On the list of making lifestyle changes to be more environmentally friendly, switching from a plastic straw to one that can be reused and recycled has to be among the easiest. From the negative impact on landfills to the harmful effect on wildlife that single-use plastic straws create, it’s an ethical no-brainer to make the switch. Bamboo straws are a great alternative that fit the bill.
Panda-friendly
These straws are not only 100 percent organic and reusable, they can take the heat from coffee and tea. Then wash them and reuse them for ice-packed cocktails and smoothies. Unlike some reusable plastic and metal straws, bamboo straws emit no odor or taste when wet, even as they biodegrade over time with use. In addition to 12 reusable straws of medium and large length, the package contains a cleaning brush and cotton straw bag to store them.
Reusable and compostable
Safe, versatile. and resilient, the Ibambo Bamboo straw 12-pack can be reused time and time again without sacrificing functionality, taste, or the environment. Reduce waste by avoiding single-use plastic straws. With IBAMBO you get 12 premium reusable washable straws that you can use for months. When they do need to be discarded, you can do so with a clear conscience since they’re biodegradable. You’ll have the confidence of knowing you’re using a product with no harsh chemicals. These are BPA free, containing no dyes, inks, or petroleum based chemicals found in traditional plastic straws.
Keep using them
Made through sustainable sourcing and manufacturing methods, ECO/EGO’s bamboo straws generate revenue for marine life rescue and rehabilitation by donating 10 percents of all profits obtained through sales. This set of 12 8-inch bamboo drinking straws is sturdy enough to pack for picnics, or handle heat and cold without warping or cracking. The set comes with a cleaning brush and bonus travel pouch, and is packed in a biodegradable cardboard box that is earth friendly just like its contents – plastic-free, no harmful dyes, and fully biodegradable.
Eco-friendly packaging
Environmentally friendly recyclable paper straws are dye-free, toxin free, and don’t come with any funny tastes or smells. Did you know that just in the U.S. alone, over 500 million plastic drinking straws are used per day? That’s enough plastic waste to wrap around the circumference of the earth two and a half times. These straws are made with FSC certified paper that meets the most stringent environmental standards, registering zero impact to the eco-system when packaged, used, and discarded. You can also use them in a variety of craft projects instead of plastic or metal.
Sturdy construction
Ideal for tailgates, happy hours, and backyard get-togethers, this large pack of cocktail straws pays dividends in both functionality and practicality, even beyond its invisible environmental footprint.Because of its bamboo construction, it leaves no odor or chemical taste. Compostable and biodegradable, these are sturdy enough to both sip and stir your beverage of choice. Visually appealing, too – the smaller size will add a fun twist when adorning your cocktails or mocktails.
S. Ruxton is a contributing writer to Florida Travel & Life, an online brand that inspires active, affluent travelers, providing them with insider information on discovering the best of Florida. Informative and engaging, the website showcases travel destinations, arts and cultural venues, vibrant dining scenes, recreational activities, the great outdoors and the revitalized real-estate market. A former baseball writer, S. Ruxton loves to revisit the smaller Gulf towns of Clearwater, Dunedin, and Bradenton. Historic Winter Park is also a favorite destination.