In my opinion, plastic is the most convenient packaging and obtains a wide-range of application coverage. Producer’ and consumers’ all prefer to use plastic packaging over other ways of packaging. However, when we enjoy the convenience of plastic, we are also causing irreversible environmental damages and suffering from potential health risks from taking in micro-plastics.
To solve the issues of environmental damages, I believe companies should encourage their consumers to recycle their products by taking the packaging back. The government should fine companies that are producing over-limit waste from packaging. The most difficult part of enforcing this policy is that there is a supply chain of producers, including wholesalers, retailers, etc. Therefore, more specific and targeted laws need to be enforced to ensure companies do not avoid their responsibilities of recycling.
Plastic is transparent and durable, so I do understand that sometimes it’s hard to