For years, California legislators have brought forth proposals to entirely ban single-use plastic bags from the state. There has been some success through the years as many cities and counties have put disposable plastic bag bans on the books, but there are many more cities to go. Currently about 69 cities in California have enacted bans on single-use plastic bags. Most of the ordinances that … [Read more...]
How Recycled Tote Bags can Benefit Your Business
January 10, 2014 by Leave a Comment
In today’s trend toward becoming more ecologically friendly, it is important for all businesses to make a stand and take steps toward going green. Eliminating wasteful plastic bags and implementing the use of reusable, recycled custom tote bags can be a great start for your business. In the long run, it’s a move that can save your company money while helping to save the environment. Your … [Read more...]
Reusable Grocery Bags Available in a Variety of Fabrics
December 31, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Eliminating the use of plastic grocery bags is an eco-friendly solution to much of today’s pollution issues. Patrons of any type of business appreciate the environmentally-sound decision to distribute reusable bags rather than producing more waste and have begun to choose which businesses to deal with based upon a company’s efforts to reduce their carbon footprint. With the rise in popularity of … [Read more...]
Colleges that have Gone Green
December 28, 2013 by Leave a Comment
College students across the nation are among the most adamant supporters of an eco-friendly lifestyle. Students and administrators alike have come to understand the importance of environmental protection and have collaborated on a number of eco-friendly ideas that everyone can learn from. College campuses have gone beyond simply recycling in their efforts at sustainability and carbon neutrality. … [Read more...]
Eco-Friendly Food Brands at Grocery Stores
December 14, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Aside from bringing your reusable grocery bags, there are other ways to show you are environmentally aware while grocery shopping and that is with the food you purchase. Become a label reader and choose the healthiest food for you, your family and your planet. Look for products that are labeled natural, organic or sustainable for healthy eco-friendly foods. As a part of the green living … [Read more...]
Study Shows That Food Comprises Most Landfill Waste
December 10, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Recent, shocking studies from the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) show that almost forty percent of all food in the United States goes uneaten and ends up as landfill waste. This vast amount of wasted food product takes up the most space in municipal landfills, with plastics coming in as the second largest component. Reducing food and plastic waste are two simple steps to ensure a bright, … [Read more...]
Branded Bags Promote Environmental Responsibility
October 30, 2013 by Leave a Comment
For several years, the green movement has helped people become aware of the negative impact we have on our environment. One item that has come under fire for being environmentally irresponsible is the disposable plastic grocery bag. These plastic bags are rarely recycled, utilize nonrenewable resources, blow all over the landscape, fill up our landfills and pose a hazard to wildlife. To help … [Read more...]
20 Uses for Plastic Bags
October 22, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Although we believe recycled reusable bags are the best alternative for plastic bags and we encourage the use of reusable grocery bags, it is likely that there will still be plastic bags used by many consumers. Rather than tossing them in the garbage after one use, there are an endless number of ways you can reuse your plastic bags. They can be used to carry items, keep items separated or just … [Read more...]
Why Are Reusable Bags So Popular?
October 5, 2013 by Leave a Comment
Reusable shopping bags have become popular because not only are they are a simple way to help the environment, they are durable, generally have a larger capacity, better looking and more convenient to use. Reusable bags can be used for purposes other than groceries. Many people take them to the beach, to school, to work and some even use them as a purse. They can be easily stored in your trunk so … [Read more...]