The document examines the environmental impact of single-use beverage cups, particularly those used for hot drinks in out-of-home consumption. In Germany, around 2.8 billion disposable cups are used annually, generating significant waste. The report highlights the challenges of waste management and littering, and evaluates voluntary and legal measures to reduce the use of disposable cups. Recommendations include promoting reusable cup systems, introducing deposit schemes, and implementing regulatory measures such as levies and better waste management strategies to reduce environmental harm.