Starbucks will reintroduce personal reusable cups across company operated stores in the U.S. beginning June 22. The program had temporarily been suspended due to safety concerns amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
“Bringing back personal reusable cups is a key part of Starbucks' ongoing commitment to reduce single-use cup waste and goal to reduce waste by 50 percent by 2030,” Starbucks said in a statement. “Before the pandemic, 80 percent of Starbucks' beverages were enjoyed on the go. To encourage customers to choose reusable and reduce single-use cup waste, Starbucks will continue offering customers a $.10 discount on their beverage of choice.”
The company is currently testing safe options for allowing personal reusable cups via the drive thru, but for now personal reusable cups will only be accepted in stores.
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