I'm going to start this post by just assuming that you own one or more reusable shopping bags. If you do not have one yet, you can pick one up at the Rams Head Market on campus for just $1.50. Each year the US needlessly wastes 14 million trees and 12 million barrels of oil to make 30 billion plastic and 10 billion paper grocery bags. Having and using a few reusable shopping bags can have an immediate positive impact.And using those bags is what this post is about. While many folks have reusable shopping bags, it is still quite common to forget the bag(s) when going to the store. For a some pointers on how to remember your bag(s), I recommend you check out the Bay Area Recycling Outreach Coalition's tip sheet at:
http://www.igotmybag.org/tips.htm
- Carry a super compact ChicoBag in your purse or backpack at all times. It's super small, super light weight, and super strong! For ChicoBag info, visit http://www.chicobag.com
- Shop at retailers that financially rewards you for bringing your own bag(s). Whole Foods gives you $0.05 off for each bag. After a few big grocery trips, that loose change adds up! Anyone know any other retailers with similar programs?
