Choosing to kill the palent

In today's world, being eco-conscious is a commitment you make for the betterment and preservation of the planet, and finding sustainable alternatives is key. Paper wastage is one of the world's biggest problems right now because it's directly connected to 2 of Earth's important resources - trees and water. Currently, we primarily use white paper to print and to write, and even though that paper may be recycled it still uses a large component of water and harsh chemicals to bleach the recycled materials to get recycled into new white paper. On the other hand, there’s brown paper with the “before” picture of white paper that's been bleached. Brown paper, which is made from recycled materials and has an organic, earthy feel, is a good alternative to typical white paper, which raises environmental concerns. It gets the job done without the bleach-heavy process that gets discharged into our oceans. Using brown paper as an alternative to white paper has several positive impacts, yet traditional white paper still remains a popular choice around the world. Why? One reason is because of the lack of awareness that surrounds brown recycled paper and the second reason is that it doesn't fit into the corporate business structure. Although some might say that you can't really blame a person for not being aware of other alternatives that can help the planet, the reality is- yes you can. Living in a modern world, ignorance is not the solution to the environmental concerns advocates raise. Being mindful of your resources is something that we know is essential yet we still continue to ignore the rising temperature. SO what's the bottom line? As a society, we must reflect on our consumption and our impact on the plant in order to preserve it for the future.

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Vinaya said…
I like how you used the term eco-conscious, I’ve never heard that term before. I also like how you contrasted white and brown paper, because when I think of paper wastage I only think of it in the general sense and not the details. I also like how you concluded with “the bottom line?” as it emphasized the conclusion.
April 8, 2024 at 4:51 AM
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