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Joseph Winters
Management
California inspired a wave of plastic bag bans — with an unfortunate loophole
The Golden State finally fixed its ban last month, but at least five other states still allow the distribution of extra-thick "reusable" plastic bags.
- By Joseph Winters, Grist
Management
Plastic bag bans have already prevented billions of bags from being used, report finds
Twelve states and more than 500 cities have implemented bans on single-use plastic bags. New data shows those efforts are paying off.
- By Joseph Winters, Grist
Infrastructure
After Years of Legal Action from States, 3M Will Stop Making ‘Forever Chemicals’
Legal experts estimate future PFAS litigation could cost the company more than $30 billion.
- By John McCracken and Joseph Winters, Grist
Management
The Plastics Industry Says Its Bags Are Recyclable. California’s Attorney General Wants Proof.
“Let’s see the evidence.”
- By Joseph Winters, Grist
Management
Minneapolis is the Latest US City to Demand Emissions-Free Shipping
The city, where Target is headquartered, is pressuring big brands to “abandon fossil-fueled ships.”
- By Joseph Winters, Grist
Infrastructure
Against Federal Guidance, States Plan to Expand Highways
A new report says money from the infrastructure package could be funneled to “highway boondoggles.”
- By Joseph Winters, Grist
Management
California Passes Nation’s Toughest Plastic Reduction Bill
Experts say the bill could prevent 23 million tons of plastic pollution by 2032.
- By Joseph Winters