Every year, hundreds of billions of plastic bottles are consumed worldwide. From 5 to 13 million tons of plastic are dumped into the sea each year, it is expected that by 2050, the volume of plastic bottles thrown into the sea will weigh more than fish (according to research by the Ellen Mac Arthur Foundation). The time it takes for a plastic bottle to completely decompose ranges from 70 to 450 years.
Protecting the environment is very important in life, in addition to ways to protect the environment such as preserving trees, using clean energy, using natural materials, etc. Recycling, especially recycling used plastic bottles, is one of the extremely effective ways to contribute to environmental protection.
In the Kitchen
Where we often see these plastic bags is in the kitchen. This is because our groceries go directly to this area. When unloading our groceries, these plastic bags find themselves waiting. As much as possible, don't just throw your plastic bags anywhere. Keep these plastics and replace them with reusable shopping bags. Durable plastic bags can be returned to some responsible grocery stores for recycling purposes. These grocery stores offer incentives when they see someone bringing their own bags.
Recycling Center
There are companies that are handling the plastic bag recycling process and all you have to do is know where the nearest center is in your location. Some companies even give them away for free so you just have to get your plastic bag collection ready to go.
When Moving House
When you're ready to move, packing your belongings can sometimes be a formidable task. Whether you move on your own or decide to hire a moving company, these plastic bags can somehow be useful tools. You can cover your favorite shoes with a plastic bag to keep dirt out. Even small valuables can be kept in a plastic bag before being placed in a large box so that it is woven together. This way, you will no longer use these plastic bags for shopping. Instead, you will use the most environmentally friendly reusable shopping bags.
For Pet Owners
When you have a pet like a dog or cat, or even a bird in your house, you cannot avoid them from generating waste. You don't even have any other choice but to keep them clean all the time. The plastic bags you are keeping on the cabinet will be used. Cover your bare hands when picking up waste and putting it in the trash. If you already have a terrible collection of plastic bags, it would be better if you could donate them to the nearest pet clinic. If you have a neighbor with several pets, they will admire you when you share them.
Creative
Some people find a treasure in creating new things from trash or creating new products from used materials. Plastic bags are a very cheap material and it can be made into a completely new product. Some people can create bracelets, handbags and even gowns made of plastic bags.
By making these assumptions, we can minimize the continued growth of plastic waste in landfills. Plastic bags are not created for storage or shopping purposes, but they have certain purposes to help make the Earth greener.
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