As we continue our focus on reducing plastic in our stores, we couldn’t be more excited to officially introduce our new reusable mesh produce bags in all Safeway stores. Our reusable produce bags not only cut down on the amount of single-use plastics nationally, but globally, as they’re made from plastic bottles recovered from the world’s oceans.

About the bags:

• Come in a pouch containing four reusable, black, see-through mesh bag (each weighing 10g)
• Dishwasher safe and machine washable
• Made from 100% recycled polyethylene terephthalate (rPET) with each bag comprised of 50% recycled plastic
• 5% of sales will be reinvested in water-related research and initiatives

As of August 2019, 1.9 million plastic bottles were recycled to make reusable mesh produce bags for all our banners. The rPET fabric used to make our reusable bags also has a carbon footprint 50% lower than organic cotton, and 75% lower than ordinary polyester. Plus, they require 86% less water and 70% less energy to produce than polyester. Pretty awesome, if you ask us!

Keep an eye out for reusable mesh produce bags in your store, and stay tuned to Safeway Talks for more sustainability success stories!