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Free Cup, Heavy Footprint? The Green Claims Behind Starbucks' Red Cup Day

Starbucks' Red Cup Day is back, but sustainability experts warn the free reusable holiday cups may carry a bigger environmental footprint than the promotion suggests.

International Business Times UK · Nov 13, 2025

Starbucks Just Announced Red Cup Day and It's Sooner Than You Think

Starbucks Just Announced Red Cup Day and It's Sooner Than You Think

The coffee chain's annual holiday cup giveaway returns — with a twist — as the holiday beverage lineup launches early and staff investments ramp up.

Kiplinger · Oct 24, 2025

Starbucks Red Cup Day 2025: How to get a free reusable cup this festive season

Starbucks Red Cup Day 2025: How to get a free reusable cup this festive season

The coffee chain’s annual promotion has finally arrived

The Independent UK · Oct 21, 2025

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Workers at over 100 US Starbucks stores strike on ‘Red Cup Day’

Strike was launched to protest against Starbucks’ failure to bargain with unionized stores and failure to adequately staff stores

The Guardian - US · Nov 17, 2022

Starbucks workers strike at over 100 stores on Red Cup Day

The protests come on Red Cup Day, one of the most popular days of the year for the coffee giant.

Axios · Nov 17, 2022

On Red Cup Day, thousands of Starbucks workers go on strike

Hardcore Starbucks fans eagerly await the day the coffee company gives out limited-edition holiday cups. The union organizing Starbucks workers hope those same customers will help support their cause.

WEKU · Nov 17, 2022

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