See exhibit A. I also notice that I frequent Target WAY too often. :)
According to Stanford University Americans use 100 million 100 billion plastic bags each year. Of the 100 billion bags less than 10% are recycled.
Why are we using so many plastic bags when it is so easy to reuse a bag you already own?
I am trying to erradicate plastic from my life. Hold on. Just in cases such as this, when it isn't necessary.
The Oprah show featured a family that had zero waste! What?
click hereto see a video of the family featured on the today show in 2011:
I don't think I would ever be as organized as the family featured on Oprah, but I can definitely do better.
I think adding these Reusable Produce Bags from Gardner's Supply Company ($14.95 for 5 bags) will be my first step in getting back on track. Aren't they pretty great?!?
What changes have you made in your home? What tips do you have for me?
