Living With Climate Change
Airline wants to be part of the global effort to rethink single-use plastic and has also pledged to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2040
To help reduce plastic pollution, Alaska will use certified recycled paper cups to serve most of its passengers, although first-class fliers will be treated to reusable, washable glasses for cocktails and soft drinks.
Alaska Airlines
Alaska Airlines has cut plastic cups from its in-flight beverage service, the first major carrier to eliminate the material that that emits pollution as it breaks down in landfills and that many argue causes harm to oceans when disposed of improperly.
The airline, which is owned by Alaska Air Group ALK, estimated the move will eliminate more than 55 million plastic cups annually.
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