The Non-Environmental Benefits of Using Reusable Bags

* Typically, reusable bags can hold at least twice as many items as plastic bags - sometimes as much as four times or 30 lbs. These eco-friendly products allow you to use fewer bags which will be easier to carry and will require a small initial investment that will easily pay itself back.

* Strong, durable fabric will not rip or tear when filled with heavy items.

* Soft handles are easier on the hands and are better designed to carry heavy loads. No more plastic digging into your fingers! Straps can also go over your shoulder, making it easier to carry a lot or leaving hands free for other purposes.

* Reusable bags are washable and will last for years

* Made from Non Woven Polypropylene (NWPP), recycled cotton, hemp, or other environmentally friendly fabrics

* Non-toxic, non-corrosive and non-allergenic

* Some reusable bags have a flat based design that allows bags to stand up easier, making them easier to pack efficiently

* Some grocery stores offer 'credits' for customers that bring their own reusable bags to account for the increased prices they have to sell groceries for to cover supplying 'free' plastic bags - up to $0.10/bag. Over time, reusable bags will pay for themselves and save money on shopping expenses.

* Using one cloth reusable bag can save up to 6 plastic bags a week....or 24 bags a month....or 288 bags a year....or 22,176 bags in a lifetime!