Grist is a nonprofit, independent media organization dedicated to telling stories of climate solutions and a just future. Oregon on Monday became the 10th state in the U.S. to ban polystyrene foam ...

Two bills aimed at reducing plastic pollution in Oregon are headed to Gov. Tina Kotek’s desk for her signature. Senate Bill 543 will phase out polystyrene foam dishware, packing peanuts and coolers, ...

The new year brings additional PFAS regulations, as well as restrictions on plastic bottles at hotels and on certain takeout ...

KALAMAZOO, MI -- Plastic and foam containers are the norm in Kalamazoo today. These to-go boxes, and their compostable alternatives, are typically used once before heading to a landfill. The city of ...

More than half of fast food consumers are willing to embrace reusable and returnable containers as they're concerned about pollution and waste issues. And most, (55%), would have a better opinion of a ...

The initiative is intended to phase out the use of disposable cardboard that have traditionally been part of store operations ...

A trio of bills could soon make grocery shopping and dining out more sustainable. Senate Bill 545 would allow consumers to use their own clean containers at grocery stores and restaurants. SB 543 ...

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The New York State DEC is reminding businesses, organizations, and consumers that expanded waste reduction laws take effect ...

If you order a Whopper from certain Burger King restaurants in New York City and Portland, Oregon, next year, you’ll have the option to get it in a reusable box. In a new pilot, the restaurant chain ...