#RecycleRightNY Campaign Materials

January is dedicated to educating the public about the new plastic bag ban taking effect across New York State on March 1, 2020. Please use the resources below (Facebook posts, Twitter tweets, newsletter article and other resources) through the month of January via your social media platforms, newsletters, etc. to spread the message. The post order is a suggested format to follow but please modify the order for the month as necessary to fit your needs.

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Week 1 Campaign Materials

Facebook: New decade, new adventures! Why not take your reusable bags along too? Reusable bags come in many different shapes, sizes, and materials, making it easy to find ones that work best for you and your everyday adventures. New York’s plastic bag ban starts March 1, 2020, so now is the perfect time to find your favorite reusable bag. #BYOBagNY

Twitter: New decade, new adventures! Why not take your reusable bags along too? Reusable bags come in many different shapes, sizes, and materials, making it easy to find the ones that work best for you and your everyday adventures. #BYOBagNY

Facebook: As of March 1, 2020 we’ll see less plastic bags littering the pristine outdoor places we love and enjoy spending time in with our friends and family. New York’s plastic bag ban starts March 1st!  #BYOBagNY

Twitter: As of March 1, 2020 we’ll see less plastic bags littering the pristine outdoor places we love and enjoy spending time in with our friends and family. New York’s plastic bag ban starts March 1st!  #BYOBagNY

Week 2 Campaign Materials

Facebook: Out with the old, in with the new. New York’s plastic bag ban starts March 1, 2020, so now is a great time to start a new habit of using reusable bags. You can find more information about the upcoming plastic bag ban at: http://on.ny.gov/byobagny #BYOBagNY

Twitter: Out with the old, in with the new. New York’s plastic bag ban starts March 1, 2020, so now is a great time to start a new habit of using reusable bags. You can find more information about the upcoming plastic bag ban at: http://on.ny.gov/byobagny #BYOBagNY

Facebook: Did you know that New Yorkers use more than 23 billion plastic bags a year? That’s around 1,000 bags per person annually. New York’s plastic bag ban starts March 1, 2020 and will help reduce the waste and litter created by plastic carryout bags. Whether you’re going to the grocery store, clothes shopping, or to a home improvement store, make sure to bring your reusable bags. You can find more information about the upcoming plastic bag ban at: http://on.ny.gov/byobagny #BYOBagNY

Twitter: Did you know that New Yorkers use more than 23 billion plastic bags a year? That’s around 1,000 bags per person annually. New York’s plastic bag ban starts March 1, 2020 and will help reduce the waste and litter created by plastic carryout bags #BYOBagNY

Week 3 Campaign Materials

Facebook:  In 2020 we are making plastic bags a thing of the past. New York’s plastic bag ban starts March 1, 2020. Keeping reusable bags near the door or in a coat closet can help you remember them for your shopping trips. You can find more information about the upcoming plastic bag ban at: http://on.ny.gov/byobagny #BYOBagNY

Twitter:  In 2020 we are making plastic bags a thing of the past. New York’s plastic bag ban starts March 1, 2020. Keeping reusable bags near the door or in a coat closet can help you remember them for your shopping trips. #BYOBagNY 

Facebook: Heard about the plastic bag ban but not sure what to do with the rest of your film plastics? Great news! Stores covered under the NYS Plastic Bag Reduction, Reuse and Recycling Act will still be required to collect plastic bags and other film plastics from consumers for recycling. For more information on film plastic recycling visit: http://www.dec.ny.gov/chemical/50042.html

Twitter: When the plastic bag ban takes effect, stores covered under the NYS Plastic Bag Reduction, Reuse and Recycling Act will still be required to collect film plastics from consumers for recycling. For more film plastics recycling information visit: http://www.dec.ny.gov/chemical/50042.html

Week 4 Campaign Materials

Facebook: New York State’s plastic bag ban starts March 1, 2020 but that doesn’t mean you have to wait until then to start bringing your own bag. Your reusable bag means conserving natural resources, creating less litter, and keeping New York beautiful for future generations. You can find more information about the upcoming plastic bag ban at: http://on.ny.gov/byobagny #BYOBagNY

Twitter:  New York State’s plastic bag ban starts March 1, 2020 but that doesn’t mean you have to wait until then to start bringing your own bag. Your reusable bag means conserving natural resources, creating less litter, and keeping New York beautiful for future generations #BYOBagNY

Facebook: Trendspotter - plastic bags are so last decade! Like staying up with the times? New York State’s plastic bag ban starts March 1, 2020 so now is the perfect time to find your favorite reusable bags that you’ll continue using for many shopping trips. You can find more information about the upcoming plastic bag ban at: http://on.ny.gov/byobagny #BYOBagNY

Twitter: Trendspotter-plastic bags are so last decade! Like staying up with the times? New York State’s plastic bag ban starts March 1, 2020 so now is the perfect time to find your favorite reusable bags that you’ll continue using for many shopping trips http://on.ny.gov/byobagny #BYOBagNY

January Newsletter/Newspaper Article

Did you know that New Yorkers use more than 23 billion plastic bags a year? That’s around 1,000 bags per person annually. When we dispose of them improperly, plastic bags pose threats to fish and wildlife, clog machinery at recycling facilities, and litter the pristine outdoor places we love and enjoy spending time in with our friends and family.

Starting March 1, 2020, a new plastic bag waste reduction law will take effect in New York State, and your reusable bag should be in hand when going shopping. Whether you’re going to the grocery store, clothes shopping, or to a home improvement store, make sure to bring your reusable bags. You don’t need to wait for March 1st to take action! Start bringing your reusable bags to the store ahead of the ban to build a new habit. Remember, your reusable bag means conserving natural resources, creating less litter, and keeping New York beautiful for future generations.

Additionally, stores covered under the NYS Plastic Bag Reduction, Reuse and Recycling Act will still be required to collect plastic bags and other film plastics from consumers for recycling. Film plastics include items such as bread bags and plastic wraps that come over cases of water, paper towels and other similar items. As a consumer, you can help by continuing to recycle these items at participating retailers.

Questions on the upcoming plastic bag ban? E-mail plasticbags@dec.ny.gov .

Other Resources

Looking for “Bring Your Own Bag” educational materials to distribute at your events? "Bring Your Own Bag" tip strips are available for distribution at your events and can be mailed to you free of charge at your request.To request your free tip strips, please email plasticbags@dec.ny.gov with the subject line “tip strip request” and specify the quantity needed and your shipping address.

Bag Waste Reduction Law - Information for Consumers: http://www.dec.ny.gov/chemical/50034.html

Bag Waste Reduction Law - Information for Manufacturers and Retailers: http://www.dec.ny.gov/chemical/117781.html

Plastic Bag and Film Plastics Recycling for Consumers: http://www.dec.ny.gov/chemical/50042.html

Plastic Bag and Film Plastics Recycling for Retailers: http://www.dec.ny.gov/chemical/50058.html

Free Images

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