Question

Explain the 4R principle with examples. Give 10 habits you will follow to be environment friendly.

Answer 1

The 4R principle involves the guidelines for proper plastic use. The four key principles include:
1)Refuse- this entails the insistence on not using plastic but rather finding and                      using existing alternatives.
2)Reduce: this entails the deliberate lowering on the amount of plastics an                              individual uses in their day to day life.
3)Reuse:  this involves putting to use plastics that have already been used.                       This can mean putting them to better use than just throwing them                        away.
4)Recycle: process in which used plastic material are re-manufactured to                           form new plastic materials.
10 habits one can follow to be more environment friendly:
-Find alternatives to plastic bags like cloth or paper bags for shopping.
-you can  do shopping in markets and supermarkets that give paper or plastic bags.
-reduce use of plastic water bottles-you can carry water to work or school in your own bottle.
-In the case where water dispensers provide disposable plastic cups-you can help reduce plastic waste by carrying own bottle or cup.
-you can carry your cup or coffee mug around in case you will feel like having coffee at work or in school.
-when making purchases be conscious of the things you buy, ensuring that no unnecessary plastic is carried back home.
-Instead of using plastic containers to store water at home, you can go for an alternative like water pots that have been used for ages.
-Instead of having pre-packaged meals, you can opt for a more healthy home made meals.
-you can make your own toys at very low cost.
-Participate actively in recycle awareness programs to teach others as well the need of being friendly to our environment.

Answer 2

Answer:

1. refuse
2. reduce
3. reuse
4. recycle