I find it to be of utmost importance to remind all my fellow Torontonians... Torontoites... Torontoans... I don't know... anyway, I find it of utmost importance to remind Toronto residents (or, inform for the first time) that regular plastic bags are now recyclable. I believe this to be a recycling fact that not enough people are aware of. I have seen a few advertisements regarding it, but not nearly enough. As well, styrofoam is now recyclable.
About a month ago I wrote about the city's decision to implement a five cent fee for plastic bags at grocery stores. It is significant to point out that although plastic bags are now recyclable, reusing them is still a far more environmentally conscious act. Recycling costs money and still utilizes resources. Thus, reusing plastic bags will save money for the city and money for consumers.
