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New analysis shows plastic bag bans help prevent plastic pollution

Today, Ocean Conservancy scientists have released a new analysis that shows a correlation between an increase in statewide plastic grocery bag bans and a decrease in plastic grocery bags found on beaches and waterways by Ocean Conservancy’s International Coastal Cleanup volunteers. Maui and Kauai County implemented plastic bag bans in 2011, followed by Hawai’i and Honolulu Counties.

Honolulu Looks to Maui as Oʻahu’s Plastic Bag Ban Nears

In response to the inquiries, Maui County Communications Director Rod Antone compiled a list of answers to the most frequently asked questions about Maui’s ban that went into effect in January of 2011.

EPA Applauds Maui and Kauai for Plastic Bag Bans

The US Environmental Protection Agency applauded Maui and Kauai counties for enacting restrictions banning plastic shopping bags, effectively reducing waste and protecting the environment.

Maui’s Plastic Bag Ban Takes Effect January 11, 2011

On the eve of Maui Countys Plastic Bag ban, MauiNOW.com sits down with former Councilman and current Executive Assistant to the Mayor, Michael Molina, who introduced the bill three years ago.