Austin Reuse Coalition and Plastic Reduction Project want your help rating Austin restaurants’ commitment to reducing plastic use
News of plastic pollution in our waterways, oceans, and microplastics even in our bodies is inescapable. As one of the more visible forms of pollution, it only takes one walk around your favorite Austin park or waterway to recognize the impact that plastic and other single-use items are having on our city.
In an effort to better understand the degree of reuse and opportunities for improvement within Austin’s food and beverage industry, the coalition has since been gathering data on the landscape of reuse in the Austin food scene by using PlasticScore, a free zero-waste rating app.
The room for improvement is much greater for establishments that scored far lower. The heavy reliance on disposable items, even in a dine-in setting, can be remedied, and resources exist for restaurants eager to improve and get away from all the waste. The commercial division of Austin Resource Recovery offers a Zero Waste Business Rebate to replace disposable food and drinkware with reusable options.
If you are eager to support the work of the Austin Reuse Coalition and become a rater, simply download the PlasticScore app, join the group “PRP,” and watch our training on how to leave a score. Follow
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