How much do compostable bags cost?
The cost of the bag is dependent on the retailer, bag size and the brand. In York Region the cost for compostable bags designed to fit the small kitchen container ranges from $0.15 to $0.35 per bag, and bags to line the tall Green Bin ranges from $0.50 to $0.90 per bag. Although there is a cost for compostable bags, they provide an affordable and sustainable alternative to plastic, which is no longer free from many grocers and retailers.
