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Luumi silicone kitchenware could help reduce plastic use

A range of re-usable bags, lids and straws has smashed its fundraising target on Kickstarter.

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A line of silicone kitchenware that could reduce plastic use has smashed its fundraising goal on Kickstarter.

Luumi is a series of silicone bags, lids and straws made from re-usable silica, that all have multiple uses.

The bag product folds into a bowl, lids stretch over cups and mugs with a hole for straws, and straws are flexible and re-usable.

Cristina Mittermeier of Sea Legacy said: “I have witnessed firsthand the global plastic problem and the devastating consequences it has on the oceans’ ecosystem and wildlife.

“The world needs to reduce its plastic dependency and Luumi is a practical solution to help fight this problem.”

Backers can receive a Luumi device from $8 (around £5) for a four-pack of straws, their cheapest product.

The products’ estimated delivery is September 2018.