Environmental News Bits

JUNE 9, 2022

Read the full story at Grocery Dive. Target and CVS are testing a reusable bag rental system called Goatote at select stores in New Jersey, following the state’s ban on single-use paper and plastic bags that went into effect earlier this month, according to a press release last week.

81

81

Academy of Natural Sciences

JULY 1, 2022

Consider purchasing food items such as granola, tea, nuts, beans, spices and rice in bulk by bringing your reusable containers to the store and filling them many times over. Farmers markets are also a good place to buy fresh food and baked items that come without plastic bags and wraps. You can save money on your purchase, too!

Waste 96

Waste Ocean Environmental Science 96

Onya

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Use of single-use plastic has surged during the pandemic amid uncertainty in the safety of reusable containers. We have seen countries banning reusable bags at grocery stores, coffee shops refusing to accept reusable cups, and grocers closing down their bulk sections for fear of cross-contamination and the spread of the coronavirus.

Ocean 98

Ocean Recycling Waste Cooling 98

Enviromental Defense

AUGUST 4, 2023

All plastics have chemical ingredients to make them function, say, as a flexible bag, whether they’re made of plants or oil. Before they were banned, Canadians used 15 billion single-use plastic checkout bags every year. One per cent of that is an enormous number: 150 million bags.

Fossil Fuels 74

Fossil Fuels Waste Government Climate Change 74

Environmental News Bits

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

A ban on single-use plastic and paper bags in grocery stores had an unintended effect: Delivery services switched to heavy, reusable sacks — lots of them. Read the full story in the New York Times.

Regulations 40

Regulations 40

Onya

JULY 19, 2017

Reusable Beverage Containers and Accessories. Here at Onya, all our reusable bags are made using rPET material which is a fabric made from recycled BPA free plastic drink bottles. In addition, all Onya reusable products are recyclable at the end of their life cycle. Reusable Bread Bag. Reusable Produce Bags.

Recycling 94

Recycling Waste Upcycling Biodegradable 94

Onya

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

If you are opting for party for favors, carry over your zero waste party theme with something reusable and long-lasting that your guests will find useful. Have pitchers or a punch bowl of ice water with reusable cups and glasses available. Mason jars can provide a dual function and they are an inexpensive reusable option.

Waste 59

Waste Upcycling Recycling Biodegradable 59

Ocean Conservancy

MAY 2, 2023

Every trip to the grocery store—no matter how diligent you might be bringing reusable bags or shopping in the bulk aisle (if either is available to you)—seems to result in more plastics: yogurt containers, bread bags, meat packaging and more. Now, this refill system is a model for other islands in the country.

Waste 66

Waste Ocean Recycling Conservation 66

Enviromental Defense

OCTOBER 4, 2022

It has become increasingly difficult for Canadians to buy the things they need – household goods, groceries, clothing – without leaving a mountain of plastic in their recycling bins. Reusable packaging and containers need to be more available, affordable and convenient for everyone. It isn’t an easy question to answer.

2030 71

2030 Waste Recycling Government 71

Global Green

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Vegan materials to look for: Seek organic and sustainable materials for furniture, pillows, blankets, rugs, comforters, clothing, shoes, and bags. Avoid using single-use bottles made of harmful plastic and try a glass water bottle or a reusable stainless steel coffee tumbler instead.

Biodegradable 59

Biodegradable Deforestation Waste Natural Resources 59