A few years ago, I was at an REI store. At the counter, they had plastic reusable bags for only $16. I asked the cashier if she thought that was just a little ridiculous and she couldn’t disagree other than to say it was recycled plastic. She then proceeded to put my purchase in a paper bag.
I said Paper? She then told me it was made with reclaimed wood. I left her speechless when I reminded her that trees are nothing but a slow growing crop.