Top 5 zero-waste New Year Resolutions that actually make a difference

Some New Year Resolutions are predestined to fail before they’re even begun…

That’s why we’ve compiled our top 5 resolutions for a sustainable year that you’re guaranteed to feel proud of from day 1.

Starting from the bottom, at number 5 in our best new year green resolutions is…

5. It’s the final straw

That is, if you’ve bought a glass straw to keep in your bag. Guys, retractable plastic and silicone straws fit in your pocket. And yes they come wide enough for bubble tea. If you haven’t already despite all of last year’s campaigns, it’s time to finally say no to the straw. Oh, and they’re on their way to being banned worldwide anyways (even McDonald’s and Starbucks have made a pact) so you might as well get used to it before you’re forced to, and the sooner you do, the better for the environment. And talking of ditching, if you occasionally still get your coffee in a disposable cup, at least say no to the bag. Never reused, alongside the plastic straw it’s the most futile piece of plastic Singapore is decidedly…