Question

In what way can we help to reduce or minimize waste generation?
Discuss the issue in groups of 4 or 5 and note down all good suggestions.
Resolve to follow them yourself. Some have been given below for your reference.

• Don’t waste food.
• Take as much as you want but finish everything that’s on your plate.
• Don’t throw away broken or half-used things. Repair them and use them.
• Avoid things which can be used only once.
  For example: thermocol (polysterene) cups, plastic glasses, etc.
• Reuse!
• Recycle!

Answer 1

Do's	Don'ts
(1) Use a dustbin	(1) Ask for plastic carry bags
(2) Reduce use of plastics	(2) Discard used things carelessly
(3) Reuse things	(3) Use thermocol
(4) Recycle those items which can be recycled	(4) Celebrate festivals in a non-ecofriendly way
(5) Create awareness amongst the people.	(5) Take I buy anything that you are unsure of using.

Answer 2

Being mindful means eating in a smart way and finishing what's on your plate. Fix broken things instead of throwing them away, and stay away from one-time use items like plastic cups. Use things that can be used more than once, like water bottles and bags, and encourage people to recycle. Composting food scraps helps cut down on waste. Together, we can help the earth by getting people to donate and teaching others about these things. Choose items that don't come in a lot of packaging to reduce waste. Accept the idea of upcycling, which means using things in creative new ways. Say no to printing too much and choose digital options instead. Pick solid items over disposable ones to make things last longer. Manage e-waste effectively by using the right ways to get rid of it. Choose eco-friendly goods on purpose and teach your friends how to encourage a culture of reducing waste.