Myth Busting
Without any hidden agenda, our Myth Busting articles dispel common misconceptions related to the reusables movement. These myths are driving trends such as the plague of cheap reusables, well-intended plastic bag bans and that recycling is the answer. Our thought-leadership reveals the real story behind these consumption-related myths and provides the tools to help steer society down a smarter path.
Why Cheap Reusable Products Are Not Worth the Discount
You get what you pay for - cheap bags quickly end up in the waste basket or sitting in a closet, contributing to more wasteful consumption.
Read More10 Frequently Believed Myths about Fees for Plastic Bags
Here, we're addressing common myths about the PlasTax and answering some frequently-asked questions we've received from our customers about plastic bag fees.
Read MoreMyth: Plastic Bags Are Free
To see the real costs of "free" plastic bags, we must look at the "cradle to grave" multiple impacts and the effects of each phase of a bag's life. Here are some facts to illustrate the actual costs paid by our environment and society for the fleeting convenience of unlimited, free, single-use plastic bags.
Read MoreMyth: Biodegradable Bags are the Solution
Biodegradable shopping bags may seem like a good idea, but closer scrutiny reveals significant drawbacks.
Read MoreThe Common Myth that Recycling Will Solve the Landfill Problems
Recycling has its place - however, it's not the solution to the plastic bag problem. Recycling rates for plastic bags are extremely low. Only 1 to 3% of plastic bags end up getting recycled.
Read MoreMyth: Synthetic Materials Are Not Eco-Friendly
Like many issues, we can't oversimplify natural vs. synthetic fabrics for bags. Other factors come into play, such as design, lifecycle, environmental impact, and manufacturing/labor.
Read MoreMyth: Paper is Better Than Plastic
Paper and plastic bags are roughly equal in pros and cons. While they are convenient addictions, they both gobble up natural resources and cause significant pollution.
Read MoreMyth: All Green Gifts are Created Equally
Giving reusables is the smartest way to make a difference by reducing consumption and saving money and natural resources.
Read MoreMyth - Bag Bans are the Best Solution
We believe bans divert resources and attention -- taking us off course from far better solutions that are right at hand.
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