They’re almost everywhere. And they’re bad. But there are some things you can do to avoid them.
Tag: Containers and Packaging
How to Wash Laundry in an Eco-Friendly, Sustainable Way
The suds that go down the drain can be harmful to wildlife. We’ve got tips on how to clean clothes and support nature.
The White House Has a Plan to Slash Plastic Use in the U.S.
The government said it would phase out its purchases of single-use plastics, a significant step because it is the biggest buyer of consumer goods in the world.
What Do Bagged Chickens Have to Do With Sliced Cheese?
Both have gotten caught up in fights over plastic packaging. When Costco recently tried to trim its plastic use by selling rotisserie chickens in bags, some shoppers disapproved.
What Do Bagged Chickens Have to Do With Sliced Cheese?
Both have gotten caught up in fights over plastic packaging. When Costco recently tried to trim its plastic use by selling rotisserie chickens in bags, some shoppers disapproved.
Amazon Says It Will Stop Using Plastic Pillows in Shipments
They’ll be replaced in North America with paper packing, eliminating some 15 billion pillows a year. Plastic film is a major pollutant.
Is Biodegradable Plastic Really a Thing?
Technically, it exists. But here’s what to think about when shopping.
There’s an Explosion of Plastic Waste. Big Companies Say ‘We’ve Got This.’
Big brands like Procter & Gamble and Nestlé say a new generation of plants will help them meet environmental goals, but the technology is struggling to deliver.
New Freighters Could Ease Red Sea Cargo Disruptions
Analysts and shipping executives say they expect costs to fall later this year as companies receive vessels they ordered two to three years ago.
England Is Banning Some Single-Use Plastics. Activists Say It’s a Small Step.
Starting in October, the country will prohibit plastic plates, cutlery and other items. Environmental advocates are pushing for a more comprehensive measure.