These bans target foam food containers, packing peanuts, and coolers, in response to concerns about the environmental and health risks associated with expanded polystyrene (EPS). / Credit: triocean ...

As of April 2025, several states and cities across the United States have implemented or are moving toward banning the use of polystyrene foam (commonly known as Styrofoam) in foodware ...

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The report by Oceana warns plastic foam, which used to be formally called expanded polystyrene and is sometimes referred to as Styrofoam, has become an “ever-present part of modern life”.

In response to CalRecycle’s update, CALPIRG State Director Jenn Engstrom issued a statement, saying, “Polystyrene foam cups, plates and takeout containers are overflowing our landfills, polluting our ...

CalRecycle, the state’s department of resources recycling and recovery, said it will begin to enforce the statewide ban on polystyrene foam foodware, which is commonly known as Styrofoam.

He, and other proponents of the legislation, urged lawmakers to consider the known health risks of polystyrene foam, as well as the environmental concerns of using a material that doesn’t break down ...