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World Earth Day 2025: 12 Destinations Leading The Way In Responsible Travel
In 2025, responsible travel isn't just a choice-it's the standard for destinations that genuinely care about the communities ...
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Could Elgin adopt a single-use plastic bag ban?
Following the recommendation of its sustainability commission, Elgin may consider bringing a citywide ban on single-use ...
Elgin council to consider ordinance to ban retailers from using plastic bags
The Elgin City Council has directed staff to draft an ordinance banning the use of single-use bags by all retailers other ...
New York State marks five years since plastic bag ban, sees shift to reusable options
CAPITAL REGION, NY (WRGB) — It's officially been five years since the implementation of a ban on plastic bags here in New ...
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Five years later, New Yorkers adapt to state's plastic bag ban
New York state’s 2020 ban on plastic bags was an effort to address the environmental impacts of plastic waste. Before the ban ...
Environmental impact: 5 years since New York’s plastic bag ban
It has been just over five years since former Governor Andrew Cuomo signed the New York State Bag Waste Reduction Act, which ...
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Shoppers reflect on the 5th year of New York’s plastic bag ban
JOHNSON CITY, N.Y. (WBNG) -- “Because plastic is destroying our entire planet,” said a grocery store shopper, Sue Thomas.
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Five years later, New Yorkers adapt to state's plastic bag ban
"I was like 'I’m cool with it,'" said Victoria Hall. New York state’s 2020 ban on plastic bags was an effort to address the environmental impacts of plastic waste. Before the ban, an estimated ...
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Illinois lawmakers consider banning plastic bags for large retailers
State lawmakers are considering legislation that would ban the distribution of plastic bags at major retailers such as Walmart and Target, grocery stores like Hy-Vee and Kroger, and specialty ...