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Why reusable produce bags and bread bags are the next step in environmentally friendly shopping

Why use eco-friendly shopping bags?

Over the past few years, we’ve seen a revolution when it comes to reusable bags in Australia. Most places don’t offer free plastic bags anymore and toting reusable bags has become commonplace. We should all be proud of ourselves!

The next step to be truly eco-friendly is to consider all other types of plastic bags we use. For example, it’s still common to use plastic... Read More

Why reusable produce bags and bread bags are the next step in environmentally friendly shopping

Why use eco-friendly shopping bags?

Over the past few years, we’ve seen a revolution when it comes to reusable bags in Australia. Most places don’t offer free plastic bags anymore and toting reusable bags has become commonplace. We should all be proud of ourselves!

The next step to be truly eco-friendly is to consider all other types of plastic bags we use. For example, it’s still common to use plastic bags for fruit and vegetable produce in many supermarkets. Plus bread from bakeries often comes in plastic bags.

Bringing reusable produce bags when you take a trip to the shops or markets can help. These mesh bags from Green Essentials or these hemp bread bags from Zero Waste Kulture are ideal to help you avoid using excess plastic.

Instead of buying single-use yoghurt pouches for your kids, you can even buy reusable squeeze pouches. Save money and the environment!

Why don’t more people use reusable produce bags?

Most people know that it’s better for the environment to use reusable shopping bags. But let’s be realistic – the number one reason people don’t use them is because they forget. They’re just not as easy as single-use bags. It’s all about getting in a habit of using reusable bags. Here are our top tips:

• Make sure you keep some reusable shopping bags in your car. This means every time you go out and pop into the shops, they’re easy to grab and go.
• Keep some reusable bags in an easy to remember spot like near the front door. When they’re out of sight, they’re out of mind. Hang a bag or two near the coat rack so when you’re about to head to the shops, you’ll see them.
• Buy a lightweight reusable shopping bag and keep it in your handbag.
• If you forget your bags, either go back to your car to pick up your bags or buy a new reusable bag at the shops rather than using single-use plastics. They always come in handy!