Which disposable utensils are lightest on the land?

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By Ask Umbra®Apr 11, 2016, 6:00 am66 pts
Q. Dear Umbra, I’m curious. When it comes to disposable utensils, what has the least long-term environmental impact, corn-based plastics or light wood utensils? I’m curious both about production and their long-term fate in oceans and landfills. VictoriaSaskatoon, Sask. A. Dearest Victoria, I’m curious,…

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