A lot of sources out there are saying that re-usable dishes and eating utensils, and everything else, are better for the environment. Things like plastic forks and paper plates only use valuable resources and clog up landfills. The same goes for the disposable chopsticks that you get at all the Asian restaurants.
If you're into that kind of thing, here is something you can do. Introducing: re usable chopsticks! I know, I know, re-usable chopsticks are already readily available, but these are even more environmentally friendly. They are made from at least 35% recycled rice, by which I mean rice that would otherwise have been thrown out. The "rice-based biomass plastic" used to make these utensils produces 30% less carbon emissions than regular plastic, at least according to its maker, Index.
I have never really considered carrying around my own eating utensils, but it probably would be a good idea to start. I really don't eat out that often, and I tend to go to places that don't use plastic cutlery, anyway. If I could get a hold of these chopsticks, at least I could take them to Asian eateries. It would be a start, and they do say that every little bit helps.
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