I think they should allow free paper bags, as they are from the renewable resource that helps to sequester carbon dioxide, promotes paper recycling, and provides for healthy forests and recreation.
"Less than 10 percent of the plastic used in the United States is recycled. What's the problem?"
"Annual global waste production will increase by 70% if current conditions persist, according to “What a Waste 2.0,” a newly published report from the World Bank that was multiple years in the making. Currently, about 2.01 billion metric tons of municipal solid waste (MSW) are produced annually worldwide. The World Bank estimates overall waste generation will increase to 3.40 billion metric tons by 2050. An estimated 13.5% of today's waste is recycled and 5.5% is composted. The report estimates that between one-third and 40% of waste generated worldwide is not managed properly and instead dumped or openly burned."
"Whole Foods was recently fined $1.6 million for hazardous waste violations in California. Just last week, columnist Rich Thompson looked at how this regulatory trend has played out in the state and what can be done to stay compliant. https://www.wastedive.com/news/clean-up-on-aisle-3-how-to-avoid-hazardous-waste-enforcement/532099/"