Why Can't You Recycle Paper Coffee Cups?

Why Can't You Recycle Paper Coffee Cups?

These days, paper cups have a bad rap. That’s because they’re designed to be used only once before getting tossed out.

WudBox - Unlike most paper items, paper cups can't be recycled because they're actually coated in plastic—as little as five percent per cup. It's also why they don't get broken down into

Are Paper Cups Recyclable? Madison, Wis. Just Introduced New Technology

Paper Cups - San Jose Recycles

So just the sleeve is recyclable': Toronto is reminding people that some coffee cups can't actually be recycled - NOW Toronto

Disposable cup recycling group misses 8% target - Foodservice Footprint

More than half of Australians are recycling coffee cups incorrectly. Here's the right way - ABC Everyday

Why Can't You Recycle Paper Coffee Cups?

reCUP by Smart Planet Technologies

Swapping Out One Unnecessary Evil for Another - Conservation Law Foundation

Disposable Cups - Types & Materials

Don't Make These Recycling Mistakes - Washingtonian

WHY CAN'T YOU RECYCLE DISPOSABLE COFFEE CUPS?

What Can & Can't Be Recycled

Paper cup recycling, and re-useable cups - Sustainability