Hi readers! Sorry for not posting for a long time! Today, we'll be writing about waste and its environmental impact.
What is waste?
Waste are items that have been discarded and are no use to us anymore. They are a silent threat to the environment.
What is waste's environmental impact?
Waste that is not segregated and thrown into landfills are a huge breeding ground for major diseases which are produced from harmful chemicals in waste like lead and cadmium. Even contaminated water bodies can host all manners of horrible diseases. These diseases can affect animals, plants, and people alike—improperly processed waste is horrible for the health of all living things.
Some tips to segregate your waste are:
1) Recycle items that can be recycled.
2) Try making your own products.
3) Live a minimalist lifestyle- only buy the things you really need.
4) Compost at your house with food peelings and scraps.
5) Conserve water and energy.
6) Try buying items with lesser packaging.
Here is an image of just a little of the waste we produce:
