Expert analysis

Dec 7, 2009

Scott Dyvig
Engineering Manager, Protective Packaging,
Sears Holdings Corp.
Retailer

Say no to straws: Small things can have big impact During a recent trip to Hong Kong, Dyvig notices that the McDonalds restaurants there discourage the use of straws because of their negative environmental impact. greenerpackage.com/node/1918

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