McDonald’s is testing a new lid without a straw, which is dividing social media users

McDonald’s is testing a new strawless lid for cold drinks in select markets as part of the company’s efforts to improve sustainability.

“These lids help streamline our packaging and move away from small plastics, just one of many solutions we are considering as part of our ongoing global commitment to reduce restaurant waste and speed up recycling,” the fast food giant told FOX. Business in a statement.

As of 2021, approximately 82.7% of its core packaging materials come from recycled or certified sources, according to McDonald’s website. By the end of 2025, the company plans to completely switch to recycled or renewable materials.

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“Our goal is to drastically reduce the use of plastic in Happy Meal toys and switch to more sustainable materials by the end of 2025,” the company said in a statement. “Since 2018, we have reduced the amount of fossil fuel-derived plastic in Happy Meal toys by 24.4% globally, and we continue to work on sourcing. materials used in Happy Meal toys from renewable, recycled or certified sources.”

Social media reaction to the decision was mixed.

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While some Twitter users welcomed the initiative, others questioned its effectiveness.

“Lids without straw are coming to @McDonalds and I can’t applaud this move loud enough,” wrote one Twitter user.

“Bring your cup.” It would be much better for the environment,” wrote another.

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“If @McDonalds removes the straws, then I definitely won’t go again! Soda comes with straws! Wrong idea!” — wrote a Twitter user.

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