General Discussion

As an older boomer I think younger generations don't remember a time when we didn't use plastic for everything. I believe it was after WWII when the proliferation of it began. In our household of nine, I can't remember having things that came wrapped up in all sorts of plastic packaging or having dishes/glasses made of plastic. Our juice glasses were repurposed jelly jars. I still can't get over how produce items come wrapped in plastic such as one green pepper with a Sarah wrap type covering. I refuse to buy produce in packaging.

I am also a proponent of just plain thinking about what it is you are purchasing and do you really need it. The consumer must bear some responsibility for propping up the oil industry.