29A 1. Opportunity · New environmental protection movements have brought to light how environmentally damaging plastic is to our ecosystems, especially our oceans. The single use plastics are the greatest under fire because they are disposed of in great numbers and do not decompose, thus leaving trash to pollute the oceans and lands. · After a video emerged of a sea turtle having a straw stuck in its nostril, the push to stop the use of plastic straws was born. It began with the policy of not giving out straws unless asked, then to straw-less cups, and finally some cities have completely banned the distribution of plastic straws by restaurants and other straw serving establishments. With this came the implementation of paper straws in every restaurant, coffee shop, bar, and gas station. Paper straws were simply awful. They disintegrate in your drink and become l...
Hi Jordan,
ReplyDeleteI think you did a great job outlining the problem you are attacking. You seemed confident and clear in your presentation, with great camera positioning and eye contact. I believe your solution of using a one-time, environmentally safe straw would do well to resolve this conflict. With the effect of the ban growing, I think this product has a lot of potential to make a huge impact. Great video!
Best,
Reed Blevins
Hey Jordan,
ReplyDeleteYou did a great job introducing the problem and describing the need for it. I also really like how you transitioned from discussing the drawbacks of all the current alternatives in areas that have banned plastic straws, such as Gainesville, to talking about an alternative that would solve all these problems. I think you did a great job with your pitch and really sold the idea of using bamboo straws as an alternative. At such a cheap cost, it would make a great replacement while also being more eco-friendly. Best regards,
Samuel Ackenine