Plastic waste is one of the biggest environmental problems in the world. Plastic takes hundreds of years to decompose and often pollute the oceans and land ecosystems. To help reduce the negative impact of plastic, here are 10 simple but effective ways that can be done:
1. Use an environmentally friendly shopping bag
Avoid using disposable plastic bags with a fabric shopping bag or tote bag when shopping.
2. Bring a drink bottle and tumbler itself
Using a drinking bottle or tumbler that can be reused can reduce the consumption of disposable plastic bottles.
3. Choose a product with a minimalist packaging or can be recycled
When shopping, choose products that have environmentally friendly packaging or can be recycled to reduce plastic waste.
4. Use your own food containers and cutlery
Avoiding the use of disposable food containers and plastic cutlery when buying food outside can help reduce plastic waste.
5. Reduce the use of plastic straws
Use stainless steel, bamboo, or glass straws as an alternative that is more environmentally friendly.
6. Recycling plastic waste properly
Separate plastic waste and make sure to recycle it so as not to pollute the environment.
7. Use environmentally friendly household products
Turning to household products such as soap, detergent, and cleansers that have more environmentally friendly packaging.
8. Shopping in traditional markets or shops without plastic packaging
Shopping in traditional markets or shops that provide plastic packaging products can help reduce plastic waste.
9. Education and invite others to reduce plastic waste
Share information about the dangers of plastic waste and invite people around to participate in environmentally friendly movements.
10. Support products and companies that are committed to the environment
Choose products from companies that have environmentally friendly policies and try to reduce the use of plastic.
By applying this habit, we can contribute to maintaining environmental sustainability and reduce the negative impact of plastic waste on the earth.