The unintended consequences of a plastic bag ban
The Times’ editorial board and others who support banning plastic bags are entitled to their own opinions, but not their own facts. Before the California Legislature makes any decision on this issue, let’s carefully consider what the economic and scientific facts are.
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Simply put, the phrase “Ban the bag” is a sound bite, not a solution. It’s a proposal that will make legislators feel good rather than do good. In fact, it will do much harm.
Ok, this opinion piece in the LA Times was written by a manufacturer of plastic bags. But he has a good point.
Personally I’d rather see California charge a fee for anyone driving a car to a grocery store, rather than walking away from one with a couple of plastic bags.