Posts tagged "plastic bag"

From March 1, the sale, supply and distribution of single-use plastic straws, cutlery and stirrers will be banned throughout South Australia.

Health concerns have fuelled demand for single-use plastic, and negative oil prices mean producing plastic is cheaper than ever before.

Victoria's single-use plastic bag ban is in effect but some shop owners are still clearing through existing bag stocks, risking hefty fines.

Removing plastic entirely from our food supply may not be the best solution when it comes to protecting the environment and conserving valuable resources.

By Louise Grimmer, University of Tasmania and Martin Grimmer, University of Tasmania

Coles’ recent “Little Shop collectables” promo…

What are the best replacements for single-use plastic bags? And how many times must we use alternatives to compensate for their larger environmental impact?