“Not only is recycling completely ineffective, it is directly contributing to global health degradation and associated societal injustices,” claims the editorial.
A nurse in an intensive care unit for almost three decades, Tilda Shalof used colorful bits of plastic from medical packaging and devices that would normally go in the trash to create a vibrant mural.
In product design, there is a concept known as end of life. Sadly, end-of-life planning is rarely addressed in the design phase. It is usually an afterthought, or not considered at all.
A couple of weeks ago I had the opportunity to educate a waitress at my favorite Irish pub down the street. It started with the straw I requested when she brought me water.