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Why do plastic shopping bags continue to get such a bad rap? Why is it still chic to pillory them? Frankly, I’m getting a bit tired it. I am quite certain many people would be shocked to know that plastic grocery bags are arguably a better environmental choice than paper. In fact, the Wall Street Journal observed that the choice between paper and plastic comes down to which environmental issue you think deserves the most attention. You’d be right to argue that paper bags produce less litter, but plastic bags have their benefits too. Oh yes, Virginia, they most certainly do. Don’t believe me? Well, the Wall Street Journal notes that plastic bags require significantly less energy and water to make. Not only that, but they also produce less greenhouse-gas emissions.
