In fact, this ultra-strong plastic has huge implications ... allow things like gas to pass through. It’s why plastic materials like Ziploc bags don’t fully block in smells.

All bags are not created equal when it comes to the environment. And paper might not be as green as you think. Credit...Photo by Tony Cenicola/The New York Times Supported by By Rachel Nuwer With ...

Six years after Maine banned plastic retail bags, the Legislature is consider a slew of bills to strengthen the law, or ...