TP is going green… and potentially at top dollar.
New state legislation in New York could soon require manufacturers to reduce plastic packaging for toilet paper, paper towels, and diapers … but critics say consumers could end up paying the price.
The proposed Packaging Reduction and Recycling Infrastructure Act would require companies with net income exceeding $5 million to reduce and phase out toxic or non-reusable packaging, replacing it with reusable and environmentally friendly alternatives.
Manufacturers would be required to reduce their non-green packaging by 10% within 3 years and by 30% within 12 years…