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DEP Reusable Bag Giveaway at Wheaton + Lake Forest Malls

Heading to the Mall for holiday shopping? On the first 4 Saturdays in December, DEP will be distributing reusable bags at either the Lake Forest or Wheaton Malls. Our goal is to help you save $.05 at the store, including department stores. Many people forget to bring their bags when shopping for gifts. We’re hoping

DEP helps residents reduce waste and litter by offering free reusable bags

The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) reminds residents to bring reusable bags when holiday shopping to help reduce waste and litter in the community. Reusable bags are not just for the grocery store — they can be used when shopping at the mall, big box stores, or all other local businesses. Plastic bags are one

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Has the Bag Law been successful at reducing plastic bag usage?

Have you noticed fewer plastic bags hanging from trees or hung up along our streambanks? Montgomery County watershed volunteers who clean the streams certainly have. It’s amazing how a little 5-cent carryout bag law has changed shopper behavior and reduced bag litter.

Tag Archive: reusable bags

DEP Reusable Bag Giveaway at Wheaton + Lake Forest Malls

DEP helps residents reduce waste and litter by offering free reusable bags

Has the Bag Law been successful at reducing plastic bag usage?

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