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How Retailers Save the Planet and Make More Profit with Reusable Bags

Custom reusable grocery bags are gaining in popularity even in areas that don’t have single-use plastic bag bans or fees. The most commonly cited reason for going reusable is the environmental perks, or rather, by not using disposable plastic bags shoppers are able to minimize the harm caused by plastic bags. Many retailers are now working to get their own custom branded reusable shopping bags and grocery bags into their customer’s hands for environmental, economic, and branding reasons.

20 Reasons to Make the Switch to Reusable Bags

There are so many reasons why you should #GoReusableNow and switch to reusable shopping bags. Between the negative impact of disposable plastic bags and the advantages of custom reusable bags the choice is pretty clear, but we’ve rounded up 20 reasons why retailers and grocery stores should go reusable now.

Do Consumers Really Care About Banning Bags?

Yes, they do, and like anything new it takes time for shoppers to get used to a disposable plastic bag ban or fee, but once customers have a routine and get into the habit of bringing their reusable shopping bags when they go to the grocery store people begin to really support the measure and can see the value that reusing grocery bags brings.

Why Bags Aren’t Free in Philly

A measure to levy a 5-cent fee on single-use plastic bags in Philadelphia failed to even get a hearing before the City Council, so at this time there are no laws regulating the distribution of disposable plastic bags. Shoppers in Philly may be happy that they do not have to pay a per bag fee when they shop, however, the hidden costs of single-use plastic bags can add up to some big expenses.

China’s Jilin Province Bans Productions and Use of Single-Use Plastic Bags

There is now a ban on the production and sale of disposable plastic bags in Jilin Province in Northeast China. The objective of the ban was to reduce trash and help streamline the waste stream. Shoppers can bring their reusable grocery bags or they can use biodegradable bags and many shoppers are fine bringing their reusable shopping bags or paying extra for biodegradable bags. Find out more about the law that went into effect on the first day of this year.

Trade Show Tip of The Week…You Need TSNN and iTS

As a regular contributor to the TSNN Thought Leader Blog, my most recent post explains how, if you are exhibiting at a trade show in California, their new statewide disposable plastic bag bag has created a unique marketing opportunity for your brand. There is going to be an obvious increased need for reusable grocery bags and shopping bags in California right? So customized reusable bags are likely to be a huge hit with attendees while also spreading the word about your brand far beyond California.

Montreal Mayor Proposes Bag Ban

Mayor Denis Coderre recently approached the City Council with a proposal to ban single-use plastic bags in retail stores throughout Montreal. This notion of a bag ban was spurred by California’s recent state-wide ban, although Montreal has proven to be very environmentally minded because many residents already bring their own reusable grocery bags when heading to the store.

Doing Business in California? Here’s What You Need to Know About the Bag Ban

The California state-wide disposable plastic bag ban known as SB 270, will alter business in the state if the governor signs it into law on September 30. The law aims to ban disposable plastic bags in supermarkets and drug stores starting on July 1, 2015, and will apply to smaller grocery stores and convenience stores beginning July 1, 2016. The ban will impact grocery, drug and convenience stores the most since these establishments will have to comply with the ban by having paper or reusable grocery shopping bags available.

Why Bag Bans Mean Good Business

Disposable bag bans are great for the environment since they prevent litter and the damaging effects discarded single-use plastic bags can have on ecosystems and municipalities alike. Another benefit of disposable bag bans is the boost they give to businesses as they make the switch to reusable grocery bags and shopping bags. This is a great chance for you to create a customized reusable bag that will help your customers out by filling their need for a reusable bag while also spreading the word about your brand.

Going Reusable with the Top Green News of 2013

We covered so much ground in 2013 and we learned a lot about a wide range of eco topics and new ways to go green. Most importantly is going reusable with you grocery bags and shopping bags. To wrap things up for the year here are five stories that received the greatest page views and feature some of our top green content for 2013.

What Is The Impact of Bag Bans and Fees on Business?

How Do Bag Bans and Fees Impact Business? Single-use bag bans and fees do not have a significant impact on retail business and in fact, can actually lower costs. People need to purchase groceries and other goods regardless of a ban, so while there may be a period of adjustment switching to using reusable grocery bags and shopping bags, ultimately things will go on as normal.

How Do Shoppers and Retail/Grocers Really Feel About Bag Bans and Reusable Bags?

As people are getting used to using reusable shopping bags for trips to the grocery store, single-use plastic bag bans are becoming more common in California and worldwide. There is typically some resistance to such measures, however, that does not appear to be the case in Santa Barbara County – in a recent poll of 40 North County residents in unincorporated areas, all of the people polled confirmed they were aware of similar bans and they had no problems with such bans.

How Do Consumers Really Feel About Bag Bans?

In a recent poll put on TheCalifornian.com an impressive 74 percent of respondents indicated they wholeheartedly support the notion of banning plastic bags and that they would readily bring their own reusable grocery bags when they shop. This is great news and shows that folks are serious about taking this step, eliminating disposable plastic bags from the waste stream and helping the planet.

Reusable Bags Better Option for Environment Than Recycling

In a wonderful letter to the editor, Randy Moorman, Community Campaigns Manager at Eco-Cycle recently broke down why reusable grocery shopping bags are in fact a better decision than recycling single-use plastic bags and we loved it. Moorman clearly poses counterarguments to a guest commentary piece that ran in a Boulder newspaper and we wanted to share his thoughts on recycling and reusable bags.

Florida Bill Could Ban Single-Use Plastic Bags and Charge Fee for Paper

Will Florida protect its environment with a bag ban? The State of Florida is on the verge of some big and exciting, eco-changes if a proposed single-use shopping bag ban bill by Democratic Senator Dwight Bullard takes effect. This will pave the wave for shoppers to get in the habit of using sustainable reusable grocery bags.

Retailers, Why Wait for a Bag Ban to Come to You!

Creating a custom reusable shopping bag is a great way for you to help residents go green before a bag ban is implemented effectively marketing your brand. Reusable grocery bags are a great marketing tool since they offer tons of visibility and increase your brand recognition.

Oldest City in U.S. Passes Voluntary Plastic Bag Ban

As the oldest continuously inhabited city in the United States, St. Augustine has a long and colorful history. The latest chapter will be about sustainability and environmental responsibility as the St. Augustine city commissioners approved a voluntary plastic bag ban. The bag ban was proposed by a group of students involved with the non-profit called ENACTUS from nearby Flagler College and will encourage reusable recycled bags and custom reusable grocery bags with a local theme.

How to Market Your Brand with Custom Grocery Bags

There is an ever-growing movement to ban disposable plastic shopping bags which means there is an increased need for reusable grocery bags. Creating a custom grocery bag to market your brand lets you distribute your branding message to your customers and potential customers alike, while also helping consumers adhere to laws preventing the use of disposable bags. Even in places that do not have plastic bag bans yet, there is still a raised consciousness about the need for reusable shopping bags, so your custom bag and your branding message will still be put into use and be put on display.

Store Employees Become the Face of the San Luis Obispo County Plastic Bag Ban

The San Luis Obispo County Integrated Waste Management Authority passed an ordinance back in January that banned disposable plastic bags in most retail outlets, specifically supermarkets, pharmacies, sporting goods retailers, and convenience stores with more than 10,000 square feet of retail space. The fine print also calls for a 10-cent fee to be levied on paper bags. It is hoped that the fee will also deter shoppers from using paper bags and go all the way to eco-friendly with reusables. Shoppers are encouraged to bring their own reusable grocery bags to carry their purchases home each and every time they go shopping.

Once Again Eugene, Oregon Considers Disposable Bag Ban and Imposing a 5-Cent Fee on Paper Bags

Eugene Oregon has tried for many years to go reusable and get an eco-friendly plastic bag ban on the record. With a bag ban in place, then all those plastic bags will not end up in landfills where they will take up space and never break down. Or even worse, they’ll float around as litter and can cause serious harm to animals and their habitats. And the honest truth is thin plastic bags are seldom recycled which highlights the need for the city to go reusable with their grocery shopping bags and any other single-use bags.