Trader Joe's is taking more steps to reduce plastic waste, reports SF Gate. The company was facing mounting criticism for an "overuse of packaging," particularly in its produce section.
The retailer is listening to customers' feedback on the issue and stopped offering single-use plastic carryout bags in stores nationwide. Additionally, Trader Joe's replaced plastic produce bags with biodegradable and compostable options.
Other changes Trader Joe's is phasing include selling more produce as loose items, eliminating plastic sleeves on greeting cards by replacing them with compostable material, and changing plastic wrappers for flower bouquets to a renewable material. Full Story
Related: Trader Joe's Ends Grocery Delivery; Trader Joe's Under Scrutiny for Overuse of Plastic Packaging.
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