[codemac]

It's not that it needs to be equally capable in each way - you need something that is more degradable and ecologically sensible for each specific case.

[greglindahl]

Or, in some cases, reusable. Most places in the US that have banned disposable plastic grocery bags are encouraging reusable bags.

[DrScump]

Some chains had been giving discounts for "bring-your-own-bag" even before the outright bag ban. Sprouts still does!

[markdown]

Eg: http://mashable.com/2016/03/26/edible-spoon-bakeys/