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New York University's independent student newspaper, established in 1973.

Washington Square News

Since March 1, Grocery stores such as Trader Joe’s began charging a small fee for each bag used. The plastic bag ban is the latest policy in the city’s efforts to reduce single-use waste. (Photo by Mia Karle)

New York Is Banning Plastic Bags, NYU Students and Alumni React

The Bag Waste Reduction Act going into effect March 1 will ban plastic bags and charge for paper bags in hopes of reducing single-use waste.
Mia Karle, Contributing Writer March 2, 2020

Out of an estimated 100 billion plastic bags used by Americans each year, 23 billion are from New York State alone. Beginning March 1, 2020, the Bag Waste Reduction Act will go...

The Slow Progress of the Plastic Bag Ban

The Slow Progress of the Plastic Bag Ban

Though New York’s recent ban on single-use plastic bags is well-intentioned, it doesn’t do enough to solve the plastics crisis in the state.
WSN Editorial Board March 2, 2020

Yesterday, New York State’s ban on single-use plastic bags officially went into effect. It was implemented after the state legislature voted to include the ban in this year’s...

An NYU student carries a clear handbag from Urban Outfitters.

Out With the Old, In With the Clear

Thomas Chou, Beauty & Style Editor April 23, 2018
Want to get your hands on the hottest accessory for this spring? Well, look no further than your kitchen.
NYU Reacts: Plastic bag tax

NYU Reacts: Plastic bag tax

Alanna Bayarin, Staff Writer November 24, 2014
NYU students react to a proposal for new restrictions on plastic bags.