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LETTER: Making a silk purse out of plastic bags

Re: Plastic bags are most environmentally friendly ( The NEWS , Oct. 3).
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Re: Plastic bags are most environmentally friendly (The NEWS, Oct. 3).

Letter-writer Al Skiber, while correctly pointing out the climate-warming potential of producing plastic bags, has missed the important point. Plastic does not decompose and has done huge damage in the environment. This is especially true for the marine environment, which is why the states of Hawaii and California have banned single-use plastic bags.

Washington D.C. and other U.S. cities have, as well. There is no way to expect people to stop using them if they are available.

I use durable, lightweight cloth bags. They fit in my purse or pockets and go through the laundry beautifully. I have used the same bags made of ecosilk for 20 years and they still look new. Hope this is helpful.

Carol Tidler

Qualicum Beach