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I applaud ReusableBags.com for raising awareness and empowering people to kick the bag-habit."- Greg Nickels, Mayor Seattle see what others are saying



Your actions count! Here are some ideas, tips and tools we've pulled together to help you change the status quo and reduce the mindless consumption of single-use plastic and paper bags. Our goal is to make it easy for you to take action and make a difference.


To get involved, you can:
  • Check out our tips on how to cut down on your consumption of disposable shopping bags.

  • E-mail retailers and government officials to voice your concerns. Our form letters make it easy.

  • Give newspapers, radio and TV stations a "heads up" - this is a story whose time has come!

  • Pledge today to "Bring Your Own Bag" and pass the word along. Visit New American Dream for details.


Want to do a bit more?

Together we can make a difference.

"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed people can change the world: indeed it's the only thing that ever has!"-- Margaret Meade

3 simple actions you can take right now:


1. Choose to use high-quality reusable shopping bags.

2.Tell your friends about the issue.

3. Sign up for our newsletter and stay informed!





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"I went to the store. I bought a wastebasket. The cashier put it in a bag. I brought it home. I took it out of the bag. I crumpled up the bag and tossed it in the wastebasket." -Lily Tomlin