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Southwest Airlines has announced the rollout of bamboo cups for cold beverages and wooden stir sticks featuring the airline’s recognizable 'Heart' branding as part of its commitment to sustainability. This initiative is "designed to eliminate single-use plastics from its inflight services by 2030, in line with the airline's broader Nonstop to Net Zero strategy."

In addition, Southwest is investigating new sourcing methods to tackle the use of single-use plastic packaging throughout its inflight operations, with an emphasis on circularity to reduce waste and enhance resource efficiency. The airline also plans to introduce "a select-a-snack offering on its Hawaii flights, which aims to minimize food waste; this initiative is expected to decrease single-use plastic packaging by approximately 18,000 pounds each year."

These measures reflect Southwest Airlines' dedication to combating plastic waste, encouraging responsible consumption, and enriching the overall travel experience for its customers.

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