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Bag monsters or no, it will soon be illegal to hand out plastic bags in American Samoa. Governor Togiola Tulafono signed legislation last week that approved a ban that will take effect on February 23, 2011.
Non-petroleum based biodegradable plastic and compostable bags are exempt from the ban. Tulafono commented… Read the rest

For all the chip-lovin’ people in the world — a reason to feel good while eating the not-so-healthy treats… The world’s first completely compostable chip bag, in action.
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It has been just over a month since Washington DC began implementing their plastic bag tax, and Oregon may soon be doing something similar.
On Monday, Senator Mark Hass D-Beaverton introduced Senate Bill 1009 to the floor, which would outlaw single-use plastic bags at checkout. While the bill has been… Read the rest

Not everyone has the opportunity to track the Atlantic Garbage Patch like Wend Magazine… Read the rest Editor-in-Chief and Surfrider Foundation Ambassador Stiv Wilson, but some, like London Mayor Boris Johnson, are attempting to do something about the world’s addiction to single-use plastic bags.
While he may not be paving the roads with

Residents in Washington DC will now have to pay a little bit more if they decide to use plastic bags at the grocery check-out. A new tax of five cents has been placed on each plastic bag in order for consumers to contribute to the clean-up cost. Mayor Adrien Fenty… Read the rest

Portland-based eco clothier Nau is known for their progressive fashion designs and responsible company ethic. With alternative materials, a commitment to designing products that will last more than a fashion season and a passion for working with activists and non-profits to inspire positive change, Nau is an excellent example of… Read the rest

In case you haven’t been reminded lately: when you go grocery shopping, you should bring your own bag. It’s advice we hear all the time– mostly since doing so prevents us from taking home environmentally UN-friendly, disposable plastic bags– but remembering to take your re-usable bag every time you go… Read the rest

One of my favorite parts about traveling is exploring local markets and discovering the prized items that are genuine to the region. That’s exactly how Real Deal Brazil hats were born. When the RDB team found a fedora-type hat made from reclaimed tarps used to cover cargo trucks they knew… Read the rest