Starbucks Japan ramps up drive against plastic waste

Coffee chain to offer more reusable cups, cutlery

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Starbucks Coffee says it will eliminate more disposable plastic in Japan, as the global chain tries to cut waste by 50% by the end of the decade. (Courtesy of the company)

NANA SHIBATA, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- Starbucks Coffee Japan on Thursday said it is ramping up its drive against disposable plastics in its product packaging and stores, part of the global chain's push to halve waste by 2030.

The move comes as businesses around the world face mounting pressure from environmental activists to cut plastic waste, while many investors are increasingly focusing on companies' green credentials.

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