The Deceptive Truth About Paper Cups: Not So Eco-Friendly After All!

Paper is not an eco-friendly alternative.

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The University of Gothenburg’s research has published a study on the environmental and health hazards of paper cups.

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It’s a common misconception that paper cups are more environmentally friendly.

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The loophole lies in the production process of paper cups which use chemicals that can lead to health risks.

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These chemicals lead to potential ecological harm.

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Reusable cups can be the solution or a head start in the journey of sustainability.

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We can’t simply swap out one harmful product for another and call it progress.

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