It has been argued that we're living a throw-away society in which people throw away what they use in daily life instead of recycling or reusing them. Why has this happened and how can we address this problem?

1InxIn this day and age, the world has achieved more economic progress than ever. People no longer live in poverty. Instead, they 2have so much that theyhave more than enough that they start throwing things away rather than 3reusingrecusing or recycling them. I believe there are multiple reasons for this alarming trend and we need to take measures to tackle this problem.

The first and foremost reason for people to throw away items before 4considering recyclingconsidering a recycle is the rise of consumerism. Under such influence, purchasing new products has become the norm. Consumers like to seek out the latest models but soon discover they have 5too many possessionstoo much acquisition. To save room, simply throwing away the old items seems to be the 6most convenient solutioneasiest fix. After all, reselling, donating, or looking for a collection place can be 7quite burdensomequite a hassle. Therefore, men and women alike develop this habit of discarding used items without any attempt to recycle or reuse them.

Another reason is the high repair cost. In some cases, the cost of repairs exceeds the price of a replacement, making it more economical to buy a new product. For example, an old computer with a broken screen may require the owner to obtain a replacement 8ofwith exactly the same brand or type. 9TakingTaken into account the labor cost-since ordinary people are usually not tech-savvy and may 10hire a professionalcall for a professional to deal with the task-the cost can add up. Consequently, 11discardingdisregarding the old and purchasing a new one might be more cost-effective.

To better address the issue, governments have an immensely important role to play. First, they can provide guidance on what items can be easily recycled and information on the most convenient recycling spots. Setting up platforms or facilities to make recycling and reuse more accessible is essential. Moreover, 12authoritiesthe governing bodies can also endeavor to make the act of recycling more appealing. 13For instance, by subsidizing manufacturers that offer reasonable repair services to customers.

In a nutshell, helping citizens to understand the significance of recycling and the idea of 14sustainablesustained development matters greatly.