Deep Dive
What is the environmental issue with disposable coffee cups?
Many disposable coffee cups are not recyclable, leading to waste and environmental harm.
Which country drinks the most coffee per capita?
Finland consumes the most coffee per person annually.
What are some coffee chains doing to address the issue of disposable cups?
Some chains charge extra for disposable cups and offer discounts for reusable ones, but not all collect and recycle old cups effectively.
How is Starbucks improving its recycling efforts?
Starbucks is working with partners to increase recycling outside stores and has introduced cup collection points for recycling.
What does Merrick Trane suggest to encourage reusable cup usage?
Trane proposes a fiscal measure similar to the plastic bag charge, where customers are charged extra for disposable cups to incentivize reusable ones.
What is fraud in the context of criminal activity?
Fraud is a criminal activity where money is obtained by deceiving or tricking people dishonestly.
How much money did fraud and scams cost globally in 2018?
Fraud and scams globally cost over £1.3 billion in 2018.
What is a phishing scam?
A phishing scam involves criminals sending fake emails pretending to be from a legitimate source, such as a bank, to trick people into revealing personal information.
What does 'sleight-of-hand' mean in the context of fraud?
Sleight-of-hand refers to using clever, deceptive skills to gain something dishonestly.
Why is fraud a significant issue despite efforts by banks and security companies?
Fraud remains a significant issue because criminals are clever and continue to find new ways to deceive people, leading to financial losses.
- Many disposable coffee cups are not recyclable.
- Coffee chains are implementing programs to increase recycling rates, both in-store and off-store.
- Challenges exist in collecting and recycling used coffee cups efficiently.
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