This is an interesting article in the Independent. It reports that France has apparently become the first country in the world to ban plastic plates, cups and utensils, passing a law that will go into effect in 2020. Exceptions will be allowed for items made of compostable, biosourced materials. The new law is a part of the country’s Energy Transition for Green Growth Act, the same legislation that also outlawed plastic bags in grocery stores and markets beginning in July.

Source: France becomes the first country to ban plastic plates and cutlery | The Independent

As a passionate environmentalist, I welcome this initiative.