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Montco senator’s bill would create tax to use plastic bags

Terry Jones — Sat, 05 Mar 2011 05:27:32 +0000

Montco senator’s bill would create tax to use plastic bags
State Sen. Daylin Leach, D-17, of Upper Merion, is looking to reduce the number of plastic bags Pennsylvanians use by adding a 2-cent tax on the convenient, but environmentally unfriendly, disposable sacks.

Fla. Newspaper Finds Lead In Reusable Grocery Bags

Terry Jones — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 13:35:13 +0000

Fla. Newspaper Finds Lead In Reusable Grocery Bags
The Publix supermaket chain is asking suppliers to find ways to make reusable grocery bags with less lead after a newspaper investigation found elevated levels in some Florida bags. The Tampa Tribune tested more than a dozen bags from major grocers and found certain bags sold in Winn-Dixie and Publix stores had lead levels that concerned health officials. I

Lawmakers continue to push law to reduce use of plastic bags

Terry Jones — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 11:42:39 +0000

Lawmakers continue to push law to reduce use of plastic bags
Plastic bags have always been blamed for causing environmental damage, largely because they are not biodegradable and clog sewers when not properly disposed.

Reduce™ Smash Can™ Trash Compactor Wins IDEA® Silver Design Award, Uses Less Bags and Resources

Terry Jones — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 08:26:51 +0000

Reduce™ Smash Can™ Trash Compactor Wins IDEA® Silver Design Award, Uses Less Bags and Resources
The Reduce™ Smash Can™, a trash can that compacts two times the household garbage, has won an IDEA® Silver Design Award for its unique problem solving ability and distinct design.

Where can I buy clear plastic (see-through) trash bags?

Terry Jones — Tue, 08 Jun 2010 03:26:30 +0000

I want to store a bunch of boxes in a dusty area, so I’d like to seal them up inside LARGE (32 gallon) trash bags. I’d like the bags to be see-through so I can see the boxes inside. They can be partially-translucent (cloudy) as long as I can still read the labels on the boxes.

I do NOT want smaller, kitchen-size trash bags.

Trash Bag Valet-White-Stores Grocery Bags

Terry Jones — Sun, 06 Jun 2010 11:50:45 +0000

Color: White
Size: 8″H x 12″W x 2.75″D
Durable ABS plastic.
Bag storage compartment.
Stores and dispenses plastic grocery bags.

Product Description
This trash bag valet will put all of those plastic grocery bags you’ve stored to good use! Constructed of durable ABS plastic, this valet helps you to both store and reuse plastic shopping bags. Works anywhere – perfect for the kitchen, garage, workshop, boat or RV. Mounts easily with provided hardware. Swivel arms have gripping slots for bags. Arms fold down when not in use. Available in white or black. Assembly level/degree of difficulty: Easy…. More >>

Trash Bag Valet-White-Stores Grocery Bags

What can I spray on my garbage bags to prevent the crows from tearing my trash apart ?

Terry Jones — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 04:27:16 +0000

we have to put our trah bags on the curb for monday pick-up..and every week crows tear holes in my trash…what can I do.

Recycling kitchen trash bags?

Terry Jones — Wed, 02 Jun 2010 01:33:32 +0000

Our town is going to start a large recycling program. What I want to do is buy two identical slim trash cans, one for trash, one for recyclables. I want to bag each and place them in the appropriate containers. My question is, will regular tall kitchen bags be able to be recycled since it is containing my recyclables?
One thing I want to be able to do is throw soup cans and other lightly coated with food items in with the recyclables. I don’t want to waste water washing them, and waste time, so to keep bugs and food debri out of my containers, I’d like to place it in an appropriate bag, and have it tied closed.

What can I use to put my trash in as an alternative to plastic garbage bags?

Terry Jones — Fri, 28 May 2010 05:44:15 +0000

I started by giving up plastic grocery bags for Lent, and now I am considering applying this after Lent to my home trash cans.

What will be best in landfills to degrade? I was thinking about large potato sacks or something. Does anyone have any suggestions as to what I can put my household waste into, other than plastic bags?

Suggestions for good trash bags for recycling?

Terry Jones — Sun, 23 May 2010 02:43:41 +0000

While the grocery store bags work fine for recycling, I would like some bags normal kitchen trash can sized bags. Any suggestions?