Starbucks To Go Strawless By 2020, Now Giving You An Adult Sippy Cup Lid →

The urge to go strawless is not lost on anyone, nor is the impact that these non-recyclable bits of plastic have on the environment and those who inhabit it.

As of today, Starbucks, one of the heavy hitters for plastic straws, has pledged to replace their iconic green straws from its 28,000 stores with paper and compostable straws and strawless lids.

Sounds awesome, right?

Before you start jumping for plastic-free joy, let's take a look at their solutions.

Yes, the compostable straws are a great way to go, especially for people who dislike the feel of ice touching their precious lips when they take a sip. The only issue is, according to Colleen Chapman, vice president of global and social impact for Starbucks, the move to go entirely to compostable straws was not favorable due to the lack of composting facilities available.