Does recycling coffee cups make a difference? Listen to 6 Minute English สาธารณะ

Most takeaway coffee cups are not recyclable because theyre lined with plastic. One big coffee shop chain has introduced a 5p levy for using a disposable cup, to encourage people to bring their own; another one pledged to recycle as many disposable coffee cups as they produce by 2020. Neil and Rob discuss if this is enough to encourage coffee drinkers to behave in a more environmentally-friendly way. And they teach you related vocabulary.

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