New rule takes aim at single-use utensils in Denver, statewide plastic bag ban on the way | OutThere Colorado

"...Denver restaurants and third-party delivery services are no longer allowed to provide single-use items, such as utensils or condiments, except upon customer request, according to a new ordinance approved by the Denver City Council.

"...The ordinance, called #SkiptheStuff, aims to reduce waste from restaurant takeout and delivery orders.
“This is a simple and effective way to reduce our collective waste,” said Grace Rink, Denver’s chief climate officer in a press release on Monday.
...According to the City of Denver, the #SkipTheStuff ordinance is expected to reduce plastic waste, also complementing the city's 'Bring Your Own Bag' program. 
Similar legislation was passed at the state level in 2021, banning plastic bags and polystyrene containers statewide by 2024...Read all!