Polystyrene takeout boxes are banned in California city
The City Council of Richmond, Calif., approved a measure that bans restaurants and food vendors from using carryout containers made of polystyrene. The policy instead requires the use of containers made of paper, aluminum and other biodegradable materials.
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This story published in ACC SmartBrief on 11/02/2009
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