In response to a grassroots legislative movement to phase out non-biodegradable plastic shopping bags, manufacturers are developing bags that will break down from prolonged exposure to oxygen or water ...

The FTC has warned 15 ‘bio-friendly’ plastic bag companies over deceptive advertising – but will it have any impact on the dubious disposable plastics industry? “Eco-friendly.” “All natural.” ...

ISLAMABAD: The Balochistan government accorded approval for manufacturing of biodegradable bags, a environment friendly alternate to plastic bags and decided to take strict action to seize plastic ...

Next week, I'll report from China about that country's climate change challenges. Here in the U.S., a dozen states are considering bills to limit consumers' use of plastic shopping bags. Last year, ...