Starbucks to trial greener takeaway cups in UK, US, and Canada

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But Greenpeace says new recyclable and compostable cups still rely on 'throwaway model'

Coffee giant Starbucks is set to trial new recyclable and compostable takeaway coffee cups in major cities across the US, UK, and Canada, the company announced yesterday. Starbucks customers in New...

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