Comcast eliminates 1.0 million pounds of plastic annually; savings climb to $2 million

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Comcast eliminates 1.0 million pounds of plastic annually; savings climb to $2 million
  • Comcast said it is replacing plastic bags with 100% recyclable kraft paper bags at Xfinity retail stores.
  • The company estimates the change will eliminate about 1,000,000 pounds of plastic from its operations each year.
  • Comcast said it shifted bag production to a North American manufacturing partner and expects transportation-related emissions to be about 20% lower than for its previous retail bag.
  • The company said the paper bags can hold up to 12 pounds and are offered in two sizes.
  • Comcast said the change is expected to save about 2.0 million annually and reduce lead time from 12 weeks to 4 weeks.


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