Hard Rock International announced it plans to eliminate plastic straws at its hotels, cafes and casinos worldwide effective September 1, 2018. Durable, earth-friendly straws will be available upon request. Hard Rock properties also have been using only paper to-go bags since mid-August.
Hard Rock International Senior Vice President of Purchasing Tracy Bradford said, “One of Hard Rock’s founding mottos is to ‘Save the Planet,’ and this is only an extension of the commitment we made to do just that 47 years ago. Our vendors and partners have been and will continue to be instrumental in activating this endeavor across the globe, and we are proud to help make a difference in conscientious sustainability practices as a business. It’s the right thing to do.”
Bradford said Hard Rock will announce more “Save the Planet” initiatives in the next few months, including partnerships with key charities that share Hard Rock’s goals to help protect the earth’s natural resources and environment.
MGM Resorts recently banned all straws at its properties.
