Unfortunately, new research from the University of Plymouth found that after three years in the dirt or water, so-called “biodegradable” bags were still in relatively good shape. Many were still ...

A diamond and a plastic bag have one thing in common — they both last forever. The use of plastic bags in Pakistan is ubiquitous and they can be spotted everywhere from vegetable carts to departmental ...

Using plastic bags is an ecological disaster; it takes about 1,000 years for one to degrade in a landfill (and even then, it leaves behind microplastics that can add toxins to soil or water).

Biodegradable and compostable plastic bags are still capable of carrying full loads more than three years after being exposed to the natural environment, a new study has found. Researchers at the ...

Plastic bags are a wonder of modern technology. They can be made very thin, with minimal raw material, but are still strong enough to carry a heavy load of shopping. No other carry-all container can ...

An icon in the shape of a lightning bolt. Impact Link You might want to think twice about buying "biodegradable" plastic bags if you're environmentally-minded. A new study from the University of ...