The environment can be defined as a sum total of all the living and non-living elements and their effects which influence human life.

Pros: Straws of bamboo are 100 percent natural wood It is wholly organic They are non-toxic to humans and the environment They are bio-degradable They are compostable They are aesthetically pleasing Cons: Very short lifespan. Bamboo straws are becoming popular alternatives not only to plastic straws, but also to metal straws. They look natural and seem a lot safer for drinking compared with metal straws, which could scrape your gums or the roof of your mouth

Bamboo straw is the undisputedbly to be the most -eco friendly. From manufacturing point of view, bamboo can be decomposed easily and are made 100% organic which returns to earth without a trace. But with proper care they can last a few years. Metal extrusion production causes alot of CO2 emission which creates global warming. Paper production encourages deforestation which removes a lot of oxgygen production as compared to bamboo tree.