Why everyone should switch to reusable coffee cups already

A 2018 survey revealed that 64% of Americans start their morning with a nice cup of coffee.  If you don't work from home, or even if you do, stopping (or running out) for a cup of joe is convenient for those busy mornings, which, let’s face it, are basically every day. As much of a lifesaver and convenience as that liquid gold can be in the morning, grabbing a cup to-go at your local coffee shop adds up over time in both monetary value and waste. In fact, it’s estimated that 50 billion coffee cups are thrown away each year in the U.S. alone On a global scale, roughly 500 billion plastic cups are thrown away each year.  Read more...More about Culture, Coffee Cup, Eco Friendly, Mashable Shopping, and Reusable IMAGE: Amazon BEST OVERALL YETI Rambler Insulated Tumbler The YETI Rambler is pretty much everything you could ever want out of a coffee cup. Holds: 12 oz. $29.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon BEST ECO-FRIENDLY DESIGN KeepCup The minimal design is cute, while the glass body could make your coffee taste better. Holds: 12 oz. $32 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon BEST FOR PORTABILITY Stojo If portability is your main concern, a collapsible cup might be your solution. Holds: 8 oz. $15 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon BEST LEAK-PROOF CUP EMISK This innovative 360-degree cup is the whole package. Holds: 12 oz. $15.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon BEST COLOR SELECTION Simple Modern Its bold color selection is reason enough to buy this reusable cup. Holds: 16 oz. $13.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon MOST UNIQUE COFFEE CUP Thompson Mug Co. For a baseball fan, this cup is ideal for slow mornings at home sipping coffee, but not for on-the-go use. Holds: 12 oz. $34.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon BEST BUDGET OPTION Contigo For the size, price, and features, the Contigo gives you a lot of bang for your buck. Holds : 20 oz. $8.52 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon BEST ELECTRIC CUP Ember This gadget-cup is incredibly bougie, but great if you can afford it. Holds: 10 oz. $79.94 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon BEST HANDLED CUP MiiR This cup is perfect for the office, and won’t spill during the drive — but it probably won't fit in your cup holder. Holds: 12 oz. $24.95 from Amazon IMAGE: Amazon BEST GLASS CUP JOCO This glass mug helps your coffee keep its taste, but is easily breakable. Holds: 16 oz. $26.95 from Amazon