Bag Footprint Calculator
Sustainability & EnvironmentFind how many times a reusable bag must be used to offset its higher production footprint compared to a plastic bag.
Uses needed to break even
How many times the reusable bag must be used to match a single-use plastic bag footprint
Net CO2 saved so far
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CO2 saved or still owed at the given number of reuses
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are reusable bags always better for the environment?
Only once used enough times, since producing a sturdier reusable bag typically emits more CO2 upfront than a single-use plastic bag.
How many times must a cotton tote be reused to break even?
With a plastic bag at 10 g CO2 and a reusable bag at 500 g CO2, the reusable bag needs 50 uses to break even.
What is the best bag to use overall?
The bag with the smallest true environmental footprint is one you already own and reuse many times, whatever material it is made from.
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