The Plastic Predicament: How Online Shopping is Adding to the Plastic Bag Crisis

Ecommerce Plastic Bag Impact

Online fashion retailers are exacerbating the plastic bag crisis, delivering 2.6 million plastic bags daily in the UK. As the high street embraces sustainability, the surge in ecommerce is widening the gap in plastic bag consumption. Urgent Need for Change

Despite efforts to reduce plastic waste, a recent study highlights that only 9% of fashion ecommerce bags are reused or recycled, leading to a substantial environmental impact. Call for Innovation

Key industry players stress the importance of transitioning to more sustainable alternatives, with a push for stricter legislation to drive plastic phase-outs and promote eco-friendly practices.