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Finding holes in drastic bans on plastic bags

September 6, 2016 –

Are bans on plastic bags a bit drastic? As John Sapochetti from the Boston Herald states, the practicality of a bag ban just doesn’t add up.

Are Tote Bags Really Good for the Environment?

September 6, 2016 –

The short answer: No.

Is Chicago’s Plastic Bag Ban Effective?

August 3, 2016 – More »

Bags and Crafts: Summer Edition!

July 27, 2016 –

We love to get creative, especially when it comes to reusing our plastic bags! From packing lunch for the next day to cleaning up after a pet, plastic bags are easily reused and recycled every day.

Bag Ban is Unscientific and Unsustainable

July 27, 2016 –

It’s no surprise that, compared to the alternatives, plastic bags are the most environmentally friendly option at the checkout — and a recent piece in The News Tribune only confirms the truth.

Voters will consider a new use for bag fees on November ballot

July 8, 2016 – More »

Testimony Before Connecticut Environment Committee

March 5, 2016 – More »

Chicago’s misguided plastic bag ban

February 25, 2016 –

Another day, another failed plastic bag ban. This time…Chicago!

American Progressive Bag Alliance Testifies Against Plastic Bag Ban And Tax in Annapolis

February 2, 2016 – More »

Nanny State of the Week: Chicago aims to toughen ineffective plastic bag ban

February 2, 2016 –

After six months of the failed Chicago plastic bag ban, did activists finally admit bag bans do not work? Or call for tighter restrictions…