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Plastic and Us
by \| 26-01-2014 12:42 0
Plastic: This material is probably one of the most common materials we see everywhere. From grocery stores to fast-food chains and to the streets, plastic is present. We use it in our houses, in school, in work, and so on. This thing is very common that the absence of such is unimaginable in our present world. We are so used to it that we nearly forget that it is non-biodegradable. Yes, it is non-biodegradable. Most of the plastics we have are made from petrochemicals and do not decompose. Imagine when all of us throw plastic anywhere? Improper disposition of plastic causes serious environmental problem. (Read - Plastic: A Blessing or A Curse?) Obvious effect of improper disposal is that plastic becomes an eyesore. It makes the area unclean and unhygienic. In other words: ugly. Scattered plastics along the streets are the last things we want to see. When it rains, the plastics which are in the streets and canals may block the drainage system. This prevents the flow of the water, makes the streets flooded and may help spread water-borne diseases. Cleaning up the street after, maintaining the drainage system or going to a hospital will somehow affect us financially. As a student, we can help by not throwing garbage anywhere. Let?s throw it in the proper place. We can also raise awareness by telling our friends to do the same. We can write letters to our government officials when we see non-compliance of business establishments to the existing sanitary laws of community. We must be active in helping our community become clean and sustainable. After all, we will face the consequences of our actions. Let?s act now and start the change.

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says :
Reuse of plastic & of appropriate grade is a must. Recyclable products must be encouraged.
Posted 31-01-2014 18:46

Rohan Kapur says :
Apt usage & disposal of plastic is a must. Plastic has invaded us. Gradual withdrawal may be planned
Posted 30-01-2014 19:06

says :
well said, thousands of marine animals die each year as a result of plastic.

Posted 30-01-2014 13:23

says :
Well said, Anthon! One step further, I carry eco-bag with me so that I never need a plastic bag during shopping. Or carrying a big bag everyday is also a great alternative for plastic bag.
Posted 27-01-2014 10:46

says :
Hello Arushi Madan. I think we should not stop using plastic because plastic is essential in our world today. I think that we should be responsible on how we use and dispose the plastics. :)
Posted 26-01-2014 23:12

Arushi Madan says :
Thanks for highlighting the concern. Agreed that eE all should totally stop using plastics in our daily lives & should tell our friends , schoolmates , parents & relatives about it's harmful effects.
Posted 26-01-2014 15:59

says :
Yes you are correct. Due to plastic papers in the ground and they deposited they won't perished and so they did not allow the water to penetrate through it while rainy season and so the rain water is in the top most layer and it will evaporate durin g sunny daysa and so there is no possibility to increase the under ground water level. In my area I usually give awareness about plastic bags and most of people around us bring the cloth or jute bags with them. This one is I expect.
Posted 26-01-2014 14:26