Say no to Plastic!
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In recent times it has been a strong endeavour of our government to reduce the use of plastic. Though plastic has many advantages, one major disastrous disadvantage is that it is non - biodegradable and hence poses a major threat to the environment. This waste cannot be decomposed. As a result, it keeps on piling on the earth's surface. As a matter of fact, the amount of plastic already present on earth surpasses thousands of tons. Several animals consume this plastic and fall prey to various deadly diseases. Even the quality of soil is deteriorated as a result of buying plastic material and waste.
The world is a victim of ‘use and throw’ cheap plastic cutleries when it comes to occasions like birthdays, anniversary parties, and so on. Plastic spoons, plates, cups, bowls, glasses are usually bought in bulk as these are dirt cheap and add to the pile up of non-biodegradable trash in our trenching grounds after being discarded. Replacing plastic cutlery with paper has its own set of environmental issues like cutting down trees. Instead, go the traditional way and use banana leaves to serve food, use steel glasses, bowls and spoons or simply serve finger foods that don’t require utensils.
Foods packed in plastic materials are a major concern environmentally and health wise.Here are few examples on how to avoid plastic containers or bags. When buying fruits or vegetables, loose items can be picked up rather than prepackaged or pre-chopped ones. Use one’s own container when buying any kind of meat or while opting for a take away from the restaurant. Choose milk in returnable glass bottles instead of plastic or plastic-coated packs. Request for zero plastic packaging when ordering online.
From individuals to companies, everyone seems to be doing their own bit to save the environment. If you too want to take an environmentally friendly step, then it is important that you say no to plastic and make the world a better place to live in.
