Comments on: Starbucks- eco friendly?

By: Robert Burdock

Robert Burdock — Thu, 07 Dec 2006 19:09:49 +0000

I never, ever, ever, ever use Starbucks as a matter of principle. No matter what eco-friendly measures they implement in order to tempt ‘greenies’ like me to cross their threshold, they can never shake off the fact that they are one of the top aggressive globalising companies in the world. Call me cynical but they only market an eco-friendly ‘policy’ to play up to the present green trend.

You seem to like the idea of every Starbucks being different James. Well if variety’s your bag then why not drive right past StarSucks and go hand your $$$’s over the counter at one of the small independent coffee houses that will end up getting pushed out of business by these bullies. Aside from getting your fill of variety you’ll be assured that any ‘eco-friendly’ policy that’s been implemented has more to do with the company giving a damn.

Sorry to get all political James but you did kind of solicit for opinion :o)

By: FeralBoy

FeralBoy — Thu, 07 Dec 2006 13:32:07 +0000

Yeah, they could do more. But it's time to applaud rather than denigrate. If every company did just a little, imagine the impact. Write to corporate headquarters -- applaud them for what they have done and suggest more. Tell them that their eco-friendliness gets your dollars and you'll see more.

By: Oliver

Oliver — Thu, 07 Dec 2006 12:04:00 +0000

If they were eco-friendly, they’d be asking you if your drink was for here or to-go… and only use the disposable cups/lids/sleeves when you actually want to take it with you. And they wouldn’t be trying to put their cakes into a paper bag, usually quickly turning the content into a sticky mess in the process…

(needless to say, I visit them anyway if there’s no alternative… just need my caffein)

By: Michael Venini

Michael Venini — Thu, 07 Dec 2006 10:56:55 +0000

You did that story just to show off Sally! :)

I agree with you 100%. They should be cleaning that up outside.

By: Tax Man

Tax Man — Thu, 07 Dec 2006 10:20:12 +0000

Sally sure is pretty! I love Mustangs. However, my new ride is a Land Rover LR3. Offroad anyone?

By: Percocet.

Percocet. — Thu, 07 Dec 2006 10:09:00 +0000