One Bag At A Time

The incoming fourth grade class will not need to bring in all of their supplies in plastic bags and in individual packaging. The first and fourth grades will try a new ordering program costing $40 for all supplies. It will make ordering simpler and more environmentally friendly.

1. The petroleum in 14 plastic bags could drive a car 1 mile.

2. Americans use 14 billion plastic bags annually.

3. Making a paper bag emits 70% more global warming gasses than making a plastic bag.

4. Paper bags do not biodegrade in landfills.

5. Cities spend up to 17 cents per bag in disposal costs.

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