quarta-feira, 28 de maio de 2025

The importance of recycling for the future


Hello, everyone! I´d like to invite you to discuss something really relevant: how recycling can be a great alternative for sustainability and increase our chances of having a future in our planet. Read the text below and after that, answer these questions:

1. What´s your opinion about recycling and its benefits to the environment?

2. What do you do to contribute to recycling? 


 Cultivating a Culture of Sustainability

One of the paramount long-term impacts of recycling is its role in fostering a culture of environmental stewardship. Prioritizing recycling at the individual, communal, and corporate levels establishes a model for embracing other sustainable practices. Recycling serves as a reminder of the interdependence between our actions and the well-being of the planet, thereby promoting broader environmental initiatives, such as the reduction of single-use plastics, water conservation, and the adoption of renewable energy sources.

Small Actions, Big Impact

Although recycling may appear as a minor deed, its ramifications on the environment are extensive. Each instance of choosing to recycle contributes to waste reduction, preservation of natural resources, energy conservation, and wildlife protection. It stands as a simple yet potent approach through which we can contribute to the preservation of the planet, one item at a time. As we persist in prioritizing recycling in our daily routines, we inch closer to a more sustainable, pristine, and healthier planet for future generations.

Author: Dennis Boakye

https://blogs.lawrence.edu/careercenter/2024/10/the-impact-of-recycling-on-environmental-sustainability.html

7 comentários:

  1. Aluna: Thamyris Silva de Oliveira Jesus 3ºsem GCOM

    In my opinion, recycling is of utmost importance for my life and for the lives of my future generations because with it we are ensuring a better quality of life in a simple, innovative, and even artistic way.
    Recycling brings us benefits we can't even imagine, such as reducing the amount of waste in landfills, saving energy and water, preserving natural resources, combating pollution, generating jobs, and raising awareness about the importance of sustainability.
    And to contribute to recycling, I like to create crafts with PET bottles because, besides helping the environment, I have an amazing hobby that helps me de-stress. I also enjoy making decorations and games with cardboard boxes and even certain types of packaging.
    We need to become aware of how important recycling is and put it into practice so that our future generations do not suffer.

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  2. Aluna: Raissa Maisa Ferreira Santos de Resende.
    3° semestre GCOM manhã.

    I think recycling is very important for the planet and for our future. Recycling helps reduce the amount of trash in the streets, rivers, and oceans. It also saves natural resources like water, trees, and energy. When we recycle, we use less raw material and protect nature.
    At home, I try to do my part. I recycle plastic, paper, and glass. I reuse bags, bottles, and boxes. I always separate the trash and put the recyclable materials in a different bag. But unfortunately, in the neighborhood where I live, there is no recycling collection yet.
    Another problem is that near my neighborhood, there are floods during the rainy season. This happens because many people throw trash on the streets, and it blocks the drains. If people recycled and took care of their trash, this problem could be smaller.
    Even so, I think it is important to keep doing my part. If more people recycle, we can reduce pollution and protect animals and plants. Recycling is a simple action, but it can help a lot. I believe that small actions make a big difference for the environment and for the future of our planet.

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  3. Aluno: Guilherme Pereira Ramos.
    3°semestre GCOM manhã.

    I believe recycling plays a fundamental role in protecting the environment. It helps reduce pollution, conserve natural resources, and minimize the negative impacts of human activity on the planet. Moreover, recycling encourages society to adopt more sustainable habits and reflect on the importance of preserving nature for future generations. Although I don’t always practice recycling regularly, I try to contribute by reducing waste in my daily life, avoiding single-use plastics, choosing reusable products, and being more mindful about my consumption habits. Small actions like these, when multiplied, can make a significant difference in building a more sustainable world.

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  4. In my point of view, recycling is essential for maintaining balance between humans, industry, and the environment. As we already know, the planet is overwhelmed by excessive consumption, which is causing climate crises.
    Recycling practices help counter this excessive damage that brings so many problems to our world.
    So, as someone who wants to contribute to a better and cleaner world, I always separate my waste, like used cooking oil. I always donate it to someone who can make good use of it. At home or on the street, I always encourage my children to throw their trash in the bin.

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  5. Heloisa Ferraz da Conceição Valério
    3ª semestre Gestão Comercial manhã

    Recycling is a topic that needs to be taken more seriously in companies. It helps protect the Earth and take care of future generations. Companies should do their part and teach people to care about the environment. Taking care of the planet today means a better life tomorrow.
    Where I live, people throw away recyclable materials in the right way. At my job, glass and aluminum are sent to recycling. When I can, I help with recycling campaigns, like collecting bottle caps and can tabs to support social projects. Recycling is a small action, but it helps a lot.

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  6. Aluna: Tabata santos da Silva Gcom- Manhã 3ºSem.
    1. What's your opinion about recycling and its benefits to the environment?
    "I believe recycling is extremely important for the environment. Humanity has been
    extracting raw materials without considering the serious impact of this aggressive
    removal. As a result, our wild animals suffer, either by ingesting waste or getting
    trapped, often leading to their death. It's not an easy situation, but it should be simpler
    to raise awareness for everyone not to dispose of trash just anywhere, but in its correct
    place."
    2. What do you do to contribute to recycling?
    "At home, we already have the habit of separating plastics, organic materials, and used
    cooking oil, directing them to their specific collection points. It's not difficult, but like
    any change, it takes some time to adapt."

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  7. Aluna Edvania Souza de Queiroz 3°GCOM - Manhã
    Recycling plays a fundamental role in building a sustainable future and creating a culture of environmental responsibility. According to the blog, it not only helps reduce waste and preserve natural resources, but also encourages broader sustainable practices like reducing single-use plastics, saving water, and using renewable energy. I believe that every small action matters. That’s why I try to recycle paper, plastic, and glass at home. I also reuse containers and avoid products that generate unnecessary waste. By doing this, I feel I am contributing to a cleaner, healthier planet and helping future generations live in a better world.

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