These StopWaste projects are helping to reduce packaging waste and associated GHG emissions: 

Reusable Bag Ordinance. In Alameda County, retailers are not allowed to provide single-use plastic carryout bags at checkout. Survey data shows:

• 80% decline in stores' use of single-use paper and plastic bags 
• 200% increase in the number of shoppers bringing reusable bags or not using bags
• 44% decrease in plastic bags found in County storm drains
• 90+% compliance rate by stores

Use Reusables. This StopWaste campaign helps businesses replace limited-life transport packaging material with durable, reusable transport packaging. This saves businesses money and lowers energy use and GHG emissions associated with manufacturing disposable packaging.

Packaging Design and Labeling. StopWaste works with local consumer products companies to optimize packaging design, apply life-cycle thinking to packaging decisions, and choose labeling - such as the How2Recycle label - that increases recycling rates.

Reduce Disposable Food Ware. StopWaste's Rethink Disposable program helps businesses and schools obtain rebates, switch to reusable food ware, and embrace other practices that prevent waste in food service.