Expanded polystyrene foam, the white fluffy plastic in styrofoam, was banned in food service ware on Jan. 1. But shoppers in CA say its still on the shelves.

California, the most populous U.S. state and fifth-largest world economy, will effectively ban the use of most expanded plastic foam food containers on January 1, a move conservationists called a ...

The measure passed the House 109-6 Tuesday and cleared a Senate committee Thursday, sending it to the full Senate. The bill, initially opposed by some farm groups, gained support from the powerful ...

Critics argue that an exemption would create a double standard, exposing prisoners to health risks while small businesses comply with the ban. The bill's sponsor plans to amend the legislation to ...

Recycling centers are partnering with local municipalities across the nation to recycle polystyrene foam, which is diverting thousands of cubic feet of waste from landfills. NBC News’ Zinhle ...

It’s a new year, and that means the end of Styrofoam to-go containers in Oregon. As of Jan. 1, a new state law takes effect that bans restaurants and food carts from using polystyrene foam ...

Polystyrene foam is still being sold in the state of California despite a ban that went into effect on Jan. 1, 2025. (Susanne Rust/Los Angeles Times) Styrofoam coffee cups, plates, clamshell ...

California, the most populous U.S. state and fifth-largest world economy, will effectively ban the use of most expanded plastic foam food containers on January 1, a move conservationists called a ...