Plastic straws and lids are used anywhere from a few seconds to a few minutes yet they pollute our oceans, public spaces, and landfills for hundreds of years.  We ask that Starbucks set an example for the world and begin to offer straws and lids made of cardboard or compostable material for customers who may request them- I would even be willing to pay the extra few cents to offset the cost.  

If Starbucks begins to phase out non-biodegradable plastic all together then let's open a bottle of champagne, but one step at a time.