Opposite Day – The Embodiment of Helpful – Surcharge for Grocery Bags

I was at the grocery store on Monday evening, and although I brought my single reusable bag, I bought four bags’ worth of groceries. It was then the cashier told me I’d be charged for using the traditional plastic (5 cents) or paper (10 cents) bags supplied by the store. I selected paper, and the cashier added 30 cents to my bill.

This is awesome! Assuming it helps to reduce the amount of resources used to create these bags. And remind people (me) to bring their reusable bags to the store. I always put the bags in my trunk, but then after I buy groceries and use the bags, it takes awhile for the bags to get back in the trunk. Consistency is key! Save money and the planet!