Using plastic bags is an ecological disaster; it takes about 1,000 years for one to degrade in a landfill (and even then, it leaves behind microplastics that can add toxins to soil or water).

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Sway continues to evolve its compostable plastic bags made from seaweed, offering a clear alternative to traditional plastic packaging that has long dominated retail and shipping. Instead of relying ...