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On Wednesday, June 20, 2018, Ellwood Thompson’s takes another step in their commitment to environmental sustainability and stewardship by banning the use of single-use plastic straws in store.
Single-use plastic straws are one of the most pervasive forms of plastic waste, and incredibly destructive to our oceans and environment. Too many, completely unnecessary for beverage consumption, end up in our oceans. They are especially harmful to marine animals and fish due to their small size and lightweight. One images that sticks in our heads is the video from 2015 that went viral of scientists removing a plastic straw from a sea turtle’s nose.
Ellwood’s has replaced plastic straws with compostable straws made from non-toxic, agricultural by-products, and annually renewable plant-based materials. These options require less energy to produce than products made from petroleum and turn fully to dirt within 3 to 6 months in a commercial composting facility. Ellwood’s is partnering with N.O.P.E. (Natural Organic Process Enterprise) to make sure that our biodegradable products are handled correctly and end up in a compost facility for environmentally beneficial use.
In addition to compostable straws, Ellwood’s shoppers have the option to purchase reusable stain-less steel straws. And shoppers can always choose to take their beverage straw-less.
