Summary
Contra Costa County is moving to ban styrofoam food and beverage containers, so your takeout may come in different packaging soon. The goal is less plastic waste, but local restaurants could face new costs as they switch to compliant containers.
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Impact analysis
Restaurants may pay more for compliant containers and could pass some of that cost on to customers, while the county may spend on education and enforcement.
Residents and the environment benefit from less styrofoam litter and waste.
Some restaurants and takeout customers could face higher packaging costs or fewer familiar container options.
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