Amid growing concern over the environmental impact of plastic bags, Whole Foods Market becomes the largest national retailer to commit to using 100% Recycled Paper Bags in their stores.
Florence, KY (PRWEB) November 1, 2007 -- Amid growing concern over the environmental impact of plastic bags, Whole Foods Market becomes the largest national retailer to commit to using 100% Recycled Paper Bags in their stores. Duro Bag (www.durobag.com), the only bag manufacturer in North America to create paper bags made of 100% Recycled paper, is the natural choice as a vendor to enable Whole Foods Market to fulfill this pledge.
This announcement by Whole Foods Market certainly fits their motto, Whole Foods, Whole People, Whole Planet. They are committed to selling the highest quality natural foods and respecting the Earth. Whole Foods has a business plan that incorporates conservation at all levels.
First, they support sustainable agriculture, which promotes organically grown foods and soil conservation and reduces the use of pesticides. Secondly, they work to reduce waste by following the 'Reduce, Reuse, Recycle' procedure for non-renewable goods, as well as promote water and energy conservation within their stores. The third measure is Whole Foods Market's commitment to using environmentally sound cleaning products in their stores. The switch to Duro's 100% Recycled Paper Bag is natural extension of their business practices.
Duro's 100% Recycled Paper Bag is exclusive to North America and is made from 60% Post Industrial and 40% Post Consumer fibers. By using a larger size bag, they save both money and the environment while making their customers happy. The bigger paper bag helps with source reduction at the checkout counter, as it allows for more items. By applying more adhesive surface the wider, stand up handles provide additional carrying strength. Many consumers have reported missing paper grocery bags as plastic bags became more common.
Not only is the paper 100% recycled, it is 100% recyclable. Since paper bags are more likely to be recycled than plastic bags, this bag can easily be taken to a recycling center and not take up any space in a landfill.
"Duro has worked hard to meet the needs for the ever-growing public demand for 100% recycled paper bags," said Chuck Kessel, Director of Marketing and Sales Support at Duro Bag (www.durobag.com). "The larger size and sturdy construction help retailers to put more products in one bag, actually reducing cost by using fewer bags."
Duro has the 100% Recycled Paper Handle Bag in stock now. Many retailers choose to create custom printed messages on the bags to demonstrate their commitment to the environment and to promote public awareness. Other design options include store information, locations and up-coming promotions. Duro award winning design department has created many unique designs for customers over the years.
Duro Bag Mfg. is committed to the protection of the Earth through recycling and the promotion of paper as a renewable sustainable resource. Duro recycles 100% of their Kraft and Bleached paper waste from the production process, as well as using more recycled paper in the making of their paper bags. Like many socially conscious companies, Duro and Whole Foods are assisting in protecting the environment and the planet.
About Duro Paper Bag Manufacturing Company.
Founded in 1953, Duro Bag is the largest manufacturer of paper bags in the world. A family owned company, Charles Shor serves as president and CEO. Based in Ludlow, Kentucky, Duro has 12 plants manufacturing bags in the United States and Mexico. Producing over 20 billion environmentally friendly paper bags per year, Duro supplies most of the largest grocery and retail chains with a wide variety of wholesale paper bag products. For more information, visit http://www.durobag.com
Contact:
Duro Bag Manufacturing Company
Rick Hensley
7600 Empire Drive
Florence, KY 41042
Phone: (859) 581-8200
http://www.durobag.com
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