The plastic industry claims these heavy-duty plastic bags can be re-used up to 125 times. That's how, by law, they are allowed to be called "reusable." ...

More plastic bags ended up in California landfills in 2021 compared with 2018, according to data from the state's recycling department. Californians Against Waste Executive Director Mark Murray in ...

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a bill banning plastic bags from grocery store checkouts, including the thicker, "reusable" bags that stores switched to after an earlier ban. “We deserve a ...

Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek signed a bill into law banning thick, reusable plastic bags from being used at grocery stores, restaurants, and retail outlets, The Oregonian reported. State Sen. Janeen ...

A study published in Science Journal found that plastic bag policies, such as bans and fees, have been effective in reducing plastic bag litter by 25-47% and potentially protecting wildlife from ...

Many of us are drowning in reusable bags — cloth totes or thicker, more durable plastic bags — that retailers sell cheaply or give away to customers as an ostensibly greener alternative to ...

Every day, my paper comes in a tiny, non-reusable plastic bag that is destined for the landfill. I’d like to see The Times set a better example. Mary Jack, Venice ...

In 2020 the Washington legislature passed a statewide ban on single-use plastic bags. It’s now been in effect for almost a year, and the results are more waste.

Many stores will sell reusable plastic tote bags that usually cost $1 to $2, or more expensive ones made of canvas or other materials. But high demand may cause a shortage.