Question

What is a paper straw

used for

Answer 1

Unlike single-use plastic straws, which can take up to 200 years to decompose out in nature, paper straws take only 2 to 6 weeks. So they are a lot better for the environment.

However, one common issue with paper straws, is that *ahem* they require paper, which comes from trees - meaning that a lot of trees are cut down in order to produce those paper straws. So, it must mean that paper straws are pretty bad as well, right?  Not necessarily.

FSC-certified, short for Forest Stewardship Council Certified, paper straws are guaranteed to have been made from paper or wood that has been sourced in an environmentally-friendly, socially responsible and economically viable manner.