Here’s an interesting fact about this new law… It only bans thin plastic bags that are used in grocery and drug stores. While it’s exciting to focus on this accomplishment, it makes you wonder why plastic bags specifically made for produce are exempt from this law- isn’t a plastic bag a plastic bag, be it within the store or at the check-out? At mothering Mother™ we sell reusable cotton produce bags in a variety of sizes, inspiring you to buy as many fruits and vegetables while avoiding the use of plastic.
Do you know how much is costs to dispose of plastic bags? Did you know that between 500 billion to one trillion plastic bags are used each year? Take a quick glance at this post, informing people about what is required to produce and deposit plastic bags.
Additionally, here is a list of countries and cities that have banned plastic bags- the list is missing a few cities, such as Los Angeles, San Jose, and San Francisco.
The push for the ban on plastic bags has been spreading, and for anyone that wants to get involved and is living in or near the Westchester, NY Area, there is a Public Hearing in Rye, NY on Wednesday, November 16th, at 8pm. The meeting will be held at City Hall, and I urge you to be a part of this important movement!
-Katie