In the United Kingdom, it's estimated that approximately 2.3 million tonnes of plastic packaging are placed on the market annually. Wrap.ngo

A 2019 survey revealed that Britain's growing "lunch on the go" habit generates nearly 11 billion items of packaging waste each year, much of which is not recycled. The Guardian

According to a report by MindYourPlastic, it's estimated that McDonald's produces approximately three tonnes of packaging waste every minute, totaling almost two million tonnes annually.

A comprehensive study analyzing over 12 million litter items from various marine environments found that takeaway food and drink packaging - including plastic bags, bottles, food containers, and wrappers - accounts for approximately 50% to 88% of ocean plastic pollution. The Guardian

Plan Ahead: Decide in advance which day you'll get take-away, and bring your containers with you to work or wherever you'll be.

Call Ahead, Don’t Order Online: Place your order by phone, and make it clear you’ll bring your own containers. If they won’t accommodate, choose a different restaurant.

Build a Relationship: Talk to your favorite take-away spots about regularly using your own containers for future orders.

Keep Containers Handy: Always have a set of reusable containers in your bag or car, so you’re ready whenever you decide to get take-away.

Support Sustainable Businesses: Make it a habit to favor and promote restaurants that welcome your container initiative. Consistently ordering from these places encourages them to maintain eco-friendly practices.

Spread the Word: Encourage friends and colleagues to bring their own containers too. The more people who do it, the more restaurants will adapt to this sustainable practice.