There is zero reason why anyone should be using plastic or even paper grocery bags. Come on, this is the 21st century. It's time for all of us to use reusable cloth bags.
Please see yesterday's post about the top ten reasons why not to buy bottled water. Most of those reasons can be applied to why you should not be using plastic grocery bags.
Why Cloth Bags Rock
1. You can carry more in a cloth bag, which means less waste, fewer grocery bags and fewer trips in and out to bring in groceries.
2. Reusable cloth bags are easier and more comfortable to carry than plastic bags.
3. The straps won't break on a reusable cloth bag, which means all of the groceries make it inside in one piece.
4. Most stores give you a cash credit for bringing your own bag. In CA, it's .5 cents per bag. This adds up quite nicely throughout the year. Some stores in other states offer to donate your .5 cent per bag credit to local charities. Cha-ching!
5. Cloth bags make you feel good about yourself, like you're really making a difference in for the environment.
When you switch to cloth bags, be sure to recycle all of your plastic bags. Thank you!
Copyright 2009 Amy Giaquinto
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