Washington, DC – Bon Appétit Management Company announced today that it will ban plastic straws and stirrers in its 1,000 cafés and restaurants throughout 33 states. The phase out will be completed by September 2019. Bon Appétit notes that it is the first foodservice company — or major restaurant company — to make this commitment in the U.S.
In response to today’s news, Greenpeace USA Oceans Campaigner Kate Melges said:
“Bon Appétit’s move to eliminate single-use plastic straws from the 1000+ cafes it operates sends a resounding signal to U.S. companies that the time for change is upon us. Its policy shows strong leadership within the foodservice sector, and most importantly proves to all companies that rely on throwaway plastics that it can be done. We can no longer rely on half measures to tackle the plastic pollution crisis. Companies must reduce their plastic footprints to save our communities, waterways, and oceans. This decision provides a tremendous foundation for Bon Appétit to build upon.”
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Contact: Perry Wheeler, Greenpeace Senior Communications Specialist, P: 301-675-8766
