For at least 15 years, state lawmakers from both parties have been trying to ban single-use plastic bags throughout Massachusetts, a frustrating process for legislators, environmentalists, and retailers.
Americans generate 25% more waste during the holiday season, but from gift selection to Christmas tree disposal, you can make a variety of sustainable swaps.
Despite being a national leader on many environmental issues, Mass. has fallen woefully behind other states that have imposed bans or updated their bottle bills to increase their recycling rate, advocates say.
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