World Paper Bag Day 2022: 12 July

World Paper Bag Day 2022: 12 July

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Category : Important Days Published on: July 14 2022

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  • Every year, World Paper Bag Day is observed on July 12 to raise awareness of the importance of using paper bags instead of plastic bags.
  • The usage of plastic bags is a global concern that not only harms the environment but also is a threat to human health.
  • The theme for this year is “If You’re ‘Fantastic’, Do Something ‘Dramatic’ To Cut the ‘Plastic’, Use ‘Paper Bags".
  • The first-ever paper bag machine was invented in 1852 by an American, Francis Wole. Later, in the year 1871, another paper bag manufacturing machine was invented by Margaret E Knight.
  • Paper bags are eco-friendly, recyclable and the main purpose of the paper day coming into existence.
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