Paper bags might seem like a good alternative to plastic when bagging some fruit and vegetables at the shops. They’re easy to recycle, can be made out of recycled paper and are biodegradable, right? In fact, experts say their environmental impact is even worse than plastic bags. Firstly, it takes more material to produce a stable paper bag. This includes long and chemically treated fibres, according to sustainability experts. Additionally, the production of cellulose (A cellular substance that helps plants to remain stiff and upright) is extremely energy- and water-intensive! For these reasons…