05-17-2009, 01:25 PM
We need to keep up the pressure for stores to use these biodegradable plastic alternatives. For those of you who have lived in Europe recently, please expand on thisif you have first hand knowledge: I've heard from Germans and others that the stores not only use minimal packaging of products, but also have recycle bins clearly marked as you exit the store so you can unwrap and recycle the packaging. Also, Europe - as a small place that could easily get overwhelmed with trash (like HI) - has recycle containers everywhere you go, plus, I think, fines for litterers.