I’ve been thinking a lot about plastic bags lately. We use 5 trillion plastic bags every year. In the U.S., that’s 365 bags for each person. These bags harm our oceans and animals. They also take a long time to break down. I think about how we can reduce waste. Eight states have banned plastic…
I’ve often thought about why this kitchen tool is called a garbage disposal. Even though we’re told not to put trash in it, it’s named that way. This has caused many problems with kitchen waste and myths about garbage disposals. These devices are really for getting rid of food waste, not trash. Many cities use…
I’ve often wondered why I’m charged for plastic bags at stores but get them free with online orders. This is because of California’s plastic bag ban. This law aims to cut down on single-use plastic bags and their harm to the environment. The ban only applies to bags used in stores. Customers must pay for…