This week take the challenge!
From Citizens Committee for New York City:
You’ve seen plastic bags blowing through traffic, stuck in trees and clogging our sewers. If you’ve had enough of the litter and waste, you’re on the right track. If you don’t think these bags are a problem, think again.
This September 15th to 21st, Citizens Committee for New York City is joining up with groups across the city to challenge all New Yorkers to bring their own bags instead of consuming more single-use paper or plastic bags during #BYOBag Week. Our main concern is plastic bags, but we’re saying no to all single-use carryout bags (including paper) to seriously improve our environmental footprint.
What is the #BYOBag Challenge?
We want you to go (at least) one entire week without using a single-use carryout bag. Count how many single-use carryout bags you refuse this week and let us know at the end of the week! (Also let us know if you inspired others at the store to do the same!)
Are you ready to take the Challenge?
Register today and share this challenge with your friends, family and neighbors! Thanks for joining us! Let’s kick the single-use bag habit NYC!
Sincerely,
Lori Lichtman Development & Volunteer Coordinator