Despite their notoriously lackluster performance, paper straws have long been accepted—or at least tolerated—as the most “sustainable” alternative to traditional plastic straws. But with toxic chemicals reinforcing their makeup and posing a risk to your customers and the environment alike, it’s about time we bust that myth once and for all.
Paper drinking straws may be harmful and may not be better for the environment than plastic versions, researchers warn
Find out why in this article from phys.org