If you’re like us, you’re not starting your day without a cup (or three) of that life-giving bean-water called coffee. But it’s time to ditch those single-use cups for something more planet-friendly, ...

For a small refundable deposit, attendees could get their beer and soft drinks in sturdy, reusable cups. Photo / @rworldreuse via Instagram Michael Martin likes to tell people he sells “ugly cups”.

Raising awareness of how damaging plastic is to our environment and possibly even to our health has seen many people embrace reusable alternatives. Here is a review of five plastic-free options. Pros: ...