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Alternative to plastic bags<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to plastic alternatives, there is often a focus on carbon emissions, but less emphasis on other important factors such as end-of-life effects, raw material extraction, water and land use, and the release of toxic chemicals. Simply replacing single-use plastic with another material will not reduce the environmental burden!  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The least burdensome solution is reusable and refillable packaging and buying without packaging. These solutions are available at local markets, farmers\u2019 markets, independent zero-waste stores and some supermarkets. They require nothing more to do than an adjustment in our lifestyles and behaviors.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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1. What is plastic?  <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

a. Definition <\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is in the XXth century that we see the appearance of new material, the plastic. With several advantages between its resistance to shocks, temperature variations, ease of shaping, and rot-proof. All its qualities have allowed it to infiltrate our daily life with great ease to the point of becoming indispensable. We must deal with this material every day because it is everywhere from yogurt pots to milk bottles, toys, kitchen utensils, sports equipment, or school supplies.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

b. Composition  <\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plastic is made from a derivative of petroleum, ethylene gas (C2H4), allowing the manufacture of several types of plastic such as polyethylene, the best known. Carbon contributes enormously to its conception by facilitating its forging through the polymer chains.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

c. Life cycle  <\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Estimates of the lifespan of plastics range from 450 years to infinity.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A plastic bottle takes between 100 and 1000 years to decompose. A plastic bag takes 400 years.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

d. <\/strong>Impact   <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n