In many countries, plastic shopping bags are the main source of rubbish. They cause water and land pollution, and so they should be banned. To what extent do you agree with this statement?
Some people feel that manufacturers and supermarkets have the responsibility to reduce the amount of packaging of goods. Others argue that customers should avoid buying goods with a lot of packaging. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Nowadays, we are producing more and more rubbish. why do you think this is happening? what can the governments do to help reduce the amount of rubbish produced?
We have become a disposable society preferring to buy new products rather than repair existing items. Why do you think this is? How can this trend be reversed?
These days people in some countries are living in a “throw-away” society which means people use things in a short time then throw them away. Causes and problems.
Some people think products should be made to last as long as possible, while others think making products cheap is more important. Discuss both these views and give your own opinion.
Nowadays, we are living in a throw-away society that is driven by excessive consumerism, waste and single use of products. What are the reasons behind this development? What could be done to address the problems associated with a throw-away society?
In some countries, people waste a lot of food which is bought in shops and restaurants. What do you think are the reasons? What can be done to solve this problem?
There has been a humongous increase in the garbage. What do you think are the causes of increased garbage and what methods would you suggest to reduce it.