Although Styrofoam containers are popular for take-out, it may not be safe to microwave these containers because of styrene, a compound used to make polystyrene. Because styrene has been linked to ...

Although Styrofoam containers are popular for take-out, it may not be safe to microwave these containers because of styrene, a compound used to make polystyrene. Because styrene has been linked to ...

A host of US states have passed similar laws. Lawmakers issue sweeping ban that will have big impact on takeout food orders: ...

DENVER — Lawmakers in the Senate are expected to debate a bill that would ban takeout Styrofoam containers. While the Alpine Waste and Recycling Plant in Denver isn't taking a side on the bill ...

Five years ago, a proposed law banning the use of polystyrene containers to serve burgers, ... Plastic waste has gotten out of hand. Ban plastic foam take-out boxes. By The Times Editorial Board .

“Polystyrene foam cups, plates, and take-out containers are overflowing our landfills, polluting our beaches and ocean, and contain chemicals that can make us sick,” said CALPIRG State ...

Maryland will now prohibit restaurants from using foam containers for takeout and delivery orders — the first state to enact a ban the products. The eco-friendly move was led by Democratic ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. - A 2 Wants to Know viewer called worried about foam take out containers. Jason asked us if they are safe. His concern: the chemicals that could leach out when hot food comes in ...

RICHMOND, Va. — It’s something we’ve all used before: Styrofoam take-out containers and cups. But the polystyrene foam could be a thing of the past if a bill banning the plastic passes the ...

Yes, Styrofoam is a take-out staple, but environmental experts warn its widespread use is now seriously impacting the environment. “The Winnebago County landfill is the largest in the state, by ...

We’ve got a few months to figure out how to organize our lives without the plastic grocery bags and foam take-out containers that are mostly banned under a new Colorado law, and in Denver, a 10 ...

Those white Styrofoam take out containers will soon be banned in Minneapolis. The city council has adopted a measure to amend the city code that will outlaw Styrofoam containers starting on Earth ...