Hello again,
I see that Dr Gengis is advocating recycling as the way forward. It is but only to a point.
The most efficient way to reduce everything ie. waste & CO2 emissions etc. Is the three R's.
REDUCE consumption,
REUSE products/items
and then RECYCLE.
Recycling is the most inefficient of the three R's. It uses energy to collect, clean, remanufacture, disassemble and to transport.
The most efficient is reduction of consumption. This would mean a drop in living standards in the west. I could never see Tony Blair standing up asking us all to spend less, it would result in a recession. However, considering how much is best mate taxes us Brits - that's probably already happening
Job creation? I have to disagree. The western work force just wouldn't be upto it.
Imagine the job discription.
Wanted: Bottle top remover. Minimum Salary.
Yes, before you ask plastice bottle are put into landfill sites if the tops are still on.
This subject is so vast. I actually think there is no definitive answer.
I look forward to your comments.