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BURNResilience.orgJun 10, 2026
Better than to-go: How Italy avoided the coffee cup waste crisis before it even started
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6.35
Confidence
8/10
Amount
5M CBWD
AI justification
Cultural shift to reusable cups reduces waste and aligns with SDGs 12 and 13. | Italy's café culture demonstrates a proactive, systemic approach to reducing waste by embedding sustainability into daily social practices. This model avoids the environmental harm of disposable cups while fostering community and slower consumption, aligning with SDGs 12 and 13. No significant negative aspects are identified in this cultural shift.