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  By offsetting the volume of plastic garbage produced, the idea of “ plastic neutrality ” seeks to lessen the impact of plastic on the environment. It entails people, companies, and organizations taking accountability for the plastic garbage they generate and funding initiatives that contribute to the removal of plastic debris from the   environment .   By supporting projects to cut down on plastic waste, plastic neutrality seeks to counteract the negative effects of plastic. This can involve funding recycling activities, assisting with trash management programs, or even helping beach clean-up campaigns.   In order to participate in   plastic neutrality   programs, people or organizations must calculate how much plastic they use and then pay a charge to offset that amount by funding initiatives that help decrease or eliminate plastic waste. The money from the levy is then used to support programs like trash management, recycling facilities, or other measur...

  Electronic Product Responsibility (EPR) is a policy framework that requires manufacturers and producers to take responsibility for the proper disposal and management of the products they produce, including plastic waste. In the context of plastic waste management, EPR can be applied to a variety of stakeholders involved in the production, consumption, and disposal of plastic products. Here are some of the stakeholders who may be required to implement EPR in plastic waste management: Manufacturers and Producers : These are the companies that produce plastic products, such as packaging, bottles, and bags. They may be required to implement EPR by developing and funding programs to collect and recycle their products after use. Retailers : Retailers who sell plastic products may be required to participate in EPR programs by collecting and returning used  plastic products  to the manufacturers for recycling. Waste Management Companies : These companies may be required to part...

  The ozone layer is important for several reasons: Protection from UV radiation : The ozone layer filters out most of the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which can cause skin cancer, cataracts, and other health problems in humans, as well as harm plant and animal life. Regulating the Earth’s temperature : The ozone layer also plays a role in regulating the Earth’s temperature. The layer absorbs and emits heat, which helps to maintain a balance between the amount of heat that enters and leaves the Earth’s atmosphere. Preservation of biodiversity : The ozone layer is essential for the preservation of biodiversity. Without it, many plant and animal species would be at risk of extinction, which could have far-reaching consequences for the ecosystem as a whole. Climate change mitigation : The depletion of the ozone layer can also contribute to climate change by altering the amount of heat that is trapped in the Earth’s atmosphere. Therefore, protecting the ozone layer is an i...

Accelerating climate change impacts refers to the idea that the effects of climate change are intensifying and happening more rapidly than originally predicted. This can be attributed to several factors, including the release of additional greenhouse gases into the atmosphere, the melting of polar ice caps, and the feedback loops that are created as a result of these changes. Some of the impacts of accelerated climate change include more frequent and severe weather events, such as heat waves, droughts, floods, and hurricanes. Rising sea levels and ocean acidification are also major concerns, as they can lead to the destruction of coastal habitats and the displacement of communities. It is important to take action to address the root causes of climate change and mitigate its impacts. This can include reducing greenhouse gas emissions, transitioning to renewable energy sources, and investing in adaptation measures to help communities and ecosystems cope with the changes that are already ...

On the positive side, e-waste recycling can provide economic benefits to developing countries. Recycling e-waste can create jobs, generate income, and contribute to the local economy. This is especially important in countries where formal employment opportunities may be limited. In addition, e-waste recycling can help reduce the amount of waste that is sent to landfills or illegally dumped, which can reduce environmental pollution. However, there are also significant negative effects of e-waste recycling in the developing world. E-waste recycling can be dangerous and unhealthy work, exposing workers to hazardous chemicals and materials, such as lead, mercury, and cadmium. Many of these materials can cause long-term health problems, including cancer, neurological damage, and reproductive problems.   Moreover, e-waste recycling can also lead to environmental pollution. The burning of e-waste to recover valuable metals can release toxic chemicals and heavy metals into the air, water, ...

Plastics a commonly known name are a wide range of semi-synthetic and synthetic materials wherein polymers are the main ingredients. The chemical structure of plastic renders it resistant to natural processes of degradation/decomposition hence, they are slow to degrade/decompose. There are no organisms currently capable of decomposing plastic, so do not decompose as do other plants and animal wastes. Due to the constant large-scale production cycle, accumulation, and low decomposition rate, plastic waste has imposed the biggest environmental challenge for Earth’s ecosystem and biodiversity.  Since the year 2019, an estimated 368 million tonnes of plastic had been produced each year with Asia holding the majority of the production percentage at 51% against the rest of the world. This exponential increase in plastic production has forced the countries to enter into several treaties like ‘Vienna Convention for the Protection of the Ozone Layer (Montreal Protocol), ‘United Nations Fram...