Editorial
Rethinking Waste: Exploring Sustainable Alternatives for Earth\'s Consumption
Author(s): Mar Hteeniv*
Waste management has become a pressing global concern as the Earth grapples with the consequences of overconsumption and environmental degradation. The linear model of "take, make, and dispose" is no longer sustainable, necessitating the exploration of waste replacement alternatives. This article explores various options for replacing waste with sustainable alternatives, including embracing the circular economy, shifting to a zerowaste mind set, harnessing technology and innovation, adopting sustainable packaging solutions, promoting the sharing economy, and fostering education and awareness. These alternatives prioritize recycling, composting, waste-to-energy conversion, up cycling, product take-back programs, recycling, deposit return systems, and construction waste recycling. By implementing these strategies, we can pave the way for a future where waste becomes a relic of.. View More»
DOI:
10.14303/2315-5698.2023.31