Beyond Population: The Complex Drivers of Municipal Solid Waste

Erscheinungsjahr 2024
ISBN: 978-3-384-24874-9
Verlag: tredition

Buch, Englisch, 76 Seiten, Format (B × H): 155 mm x 234 mm, Gewicht: 144 g

While population growth undeniably strains waste management, it's not the sole culprit behind overflowing landfills. Our consumption habits play a major role. The prevalence of single-use items, excessive packaging, and planned obsolescence all contribute significantly to municipal solid waste. Additionally, economic factors like income inequality and limited access to recycling infrastructure can exacerbate the issue. Addressing this crisis requires a holistic approach that tackles not just population size, but also consumption patterns, economic disparities, and the development of robust waste management systems.

Zielgruppe

Beyond population surges, our throw-away culture - single-use items, endless packaging - fuels the municipal solid waste crisis. Unequal access to recycling and economic disparities further complicate waste management. We need solutions beyond population control.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Smith

Über Autor(innen)

Smith
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