Observations
Reusables vs. Plastics Data:
Reusables vs. Plastics Data:
Cafeteria
Cafeteria
At Eckerd's cafeteria, people use mostly reusable alternatives, from utensils, plates, and bowls, to water bottles and cups.
This location is in the process of eliminating the plastic-wrapped fruit for a more sustainably wrapped alternative.
Triton's Pub
Triton's Pub
Plastic cups were no longer available at the pub after fall semester
Plastic utensils were replaced with wood and metal reusable options.
Starbucks
Starbucks
On average, customers use more single-use plastics than reusable alternatives.
Customers are not bringing their own reusable cups.
Bookstore
Bookstore
In fall 2018, the bookstore switched from plastic to paper bags, leading to the sharp drop at that time.
Interestingly, customers used similar amounts of plastic and reusable items throughout the school year.