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Swiss retailers cut plastic bag use

Switzerland's major retailers have decided to stop handing out free plastic bags, which are made using non-renewable resources and contribute to the litter problem. Several European countries already impose a charge for plastic bags. (RTS/swissinfo.ch) 

This content was published on July 1, 2016 - 11:00

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