Can I get a fork with that? Getting plastic utensils with takeout is about to change in N.J.

Legislation headed to Gov. Murphy's desk would establish fines up to $250 for businesses that automatically include ...
Rams Wire

Kroger said it would dump plastic bags by 2025. So, why are they still around?

After a yearslong commitment to phase out single use plastic bags from its stores by 2025, here's where Kroger stands.

Kroger Just Broke Its Own Promise. It’s a Lesson in What Not to Do

In 2018, Kroger proudly announced its Zero Huger Zero Waste initiative with the grand goals of reducing childhood hunger, ...
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California’s plastic bag ban is only part of a broader effort. What’s next?

The state is reviewing draft rules for producers to make single-use packaging and food packaging recyclable and compostable ...

Very little plastic being recycled in California as state efforts falter

California has hailed itself as a leader in single-use plastic reduction and legislation. But a scuttling of its pioneering ...

California law banning plastic bags at grocery stores takes effect

California law bans plastic bags at grocery checkouts, requiring shoppers to use reusable bags or pay for the recycled paper option.
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Trying to Avoid Plastic in the Kitchen? Here’s Where It Still Sneaks In

Many common kitchen items contain hidden plastics or plastic-like materials, from coatings to linings to microplastic ...
GMA Network

Davao City releases IRR for No to Single-Use Plastic Ordinance

The local government of Davao City has released the implementing rules and regulations (IRR) for the No to Single-Use Plastic ...
Daily Herald

Could Elgin adopt a single-use plastic bag ban?

Following the recommendation of its sustainability commission, Elgin may consider bringing a citywide ban on single-use plastic bags up for a city council vote. The council discussed the possibility ...