Fashion Paradise White Non Woven Shopping Bag W 15” x H 16.5” x G 5”

1. Material Composition

• Non-Woven Fabric: The bag is made from non-woven polypropylene, a synthetic fabric that's produced without weaving. This material is often chosen for its durability, lightweight nature, and recyclability.
• Recyclability: Polypropylene is recyclable, which means the bag can be processed into new products at the end of its life cycle, reducing waste and resource consumption.

Reference: “Non-Woven Polypropylene: A Review of the Material's Recyclability and Its Environmental Impact” (Journal of Environmental Management, 2022).

2. Production Process

• Lower Energy Consumption: The manufacturing process of non-woven polypropylene generally requires less energy compared to traditional woven fabrics. This is due to the absence of the spinning and weaving processes, which are energy-intensive.
• Reduced Chemical Use: The production of non-woven fabrics often uses fewer chemicals and dyes, further lowering its environmental impact.

Reference: “Energy Consumption and Environmental Impact of Non-Woven Fabric Production” (Textile Research Journal, 2021).

3. Durability and Reusability

• Longevity: Non-woven polypropylene bags are durable and can withstand repeated use. This longevity reduces the frequency with which new bags need to be produced, leading to lower overall resource use and waste generation.
• Reusability: By encouraging the use of reusable shopping bags over single-use plastic bags, the environmental impact is significantly reduced.

Reference: “The Environmental Benefits of Reusable Shopping Bags” (Environmental Science & Technology, 2020).

4. Carbon Footprint

• Efficient Production: The production process of non-woven polypropylene bags typically results in a lower carbon footprint compared to the production of conventional plastic or textile bags. This is due to the energy efficiency of the non-woven manufacturing process and the reduced need for chemical inputs.
• Long-Term Use: The ability to reuse these bags many times further lowers their per-use carbon footprint, as the environmental impact is spread over numerous uses.

  Step-by-Step Carbon Footprint Calculation

  1. Material Production:
     • Material: Non-woven polypropylene.
     • Emission Factor: According to studies, the carbon footprint of polypropylene production is approximately 1.8 kg CO₂e per kg of material.
  2. Bag Weight:
     • Assume an average non-woven polypropylene shopping bag weighs about 50 grams (0.05 kg).
     Carbon Footprint for Material Production: $$\text{Carbon Footprint}=\text{Weight of Bag}\times \text{Emission Factor}$$ $$\text{Carbon Footprint}=0.05\text{ kg}\times 1.8\text{ kg CO₂e/kg}$$ $$\text{Carbon Footprint}=0.09\text{ kg CO₂e}$$
  3. Manufacturing Process:
     • Emissions: The production process for non-woven polypropylene is generally efficient. Assume additional emissions of about 0.02 kg CO₂e per bag.
     Total Carbon Footprint Including Manufacturing: $$\text{Total Carbon Footprint}=0.09\text{ kg CO₂e}+0.02\text{ kg CO₂e}$$ $$\text{Total Carbon Footprint}=0.11\text{ kg CO₂e}$$
  4. Transportation:
     • Emission Factor: Transportation emissions vary based on distance and mode. For simplicity, assume an average of 0.01 kg CO₂e per bag.
     Total Carbon Footprint Including Transportation: $$\text{Total Carbon Footprint}=0.11\text{ kg CO₂e}+0.01\text{ kg CO₂e}$$ $$\text{Total Carbon Footprint}=0.12\text{ kg CO₂e}$$
  5. Use and Disposal:
     • Reusability: If the bag is used 100 times, the per-use carbon footprint would be:
     Per-Use Carbon Footprint=0.12 kg CO₂e100 uses\text{Per-Use Carbon Footprint} = \frac{0.12 \text{ kg CO₂e}}{100 \text{ uses}}Per-Use Carbon Footprint=100 uses0.12 kg CO₂e​ $$\text{Per-Use Carbon Footprint}=0.0012\text{ kg CO₂e}\text{ or }1.2\text{ g CO₂e}$$

  Summary

  The total carbon footprint of a single Eco Fashion Paradise White Non-Woven Shopping Bag is approximately 0.12 kg CO₂e (120 grams CO₂e). When considering reuse, the per-use carbon footprint is much lower, around 1.2 grams CO₂e per use.