ENVIRONMENTA

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SCIENCE
Waste/ Garbage
Pollution
James B. Malicay, LPT, MAED
MA Science Education Student
 Tackling Waste
Pollution: A Call to
Action

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 Outline
⊷Introduction to Waste Pollution
⊷Effects of Waste Pollution
⊷Prevention of Waste Pollution
⊷Conclusion

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 Introduction to Waste Pollution
⊷Waste pollution is the
contamination of the
environment by the disposal of
waste materials. It can occur in
air, land, and water, and affects
the health of humans, plants,
and animals.
⊷It is a global problem that
affects all countries and is
caused by human activities
such as burning fossil fuels,
mining, and improper disposal
of waste.
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 Effects of Waste Pollution
⊷Waste pollution has a serious
impact on the environment and
human health. It can lead to air
and water pollution, soil
contamination, and the
destruction of habitats and
ecosystems.
⊷It can also cause health
problems such as respiratory
illnesses, birth defects, and
cancer. Waste pollution can
also affect the food chain,
leading to the depletion of fish
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and other wildlife.
 Prevention of Waste Pollution
⊷ Preventing waste pollution requires
a collective effort from individuals,
businesses, and governments.
Individuals can reduce waste by
recycling, composting, and using
reusable products.
⊷ Businesses can reduce waste by
implementing efficient production
processes, using renewable energy
sources, and investing in green
technologies. Governments can
reduce waste by enacting laws and
regulations to protect the
environment.

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 Conclusion
⊷ Waste pollution is a global problem
that affects all countries and is
caused by human activities. It has
serious impacts on the
environment and human health,
and requires collective efforts to
prevent and clean up.
⊷ Individuals, businesses, and
governments must all take
responsibility for reducing and
managing waste pollution. With the
implementation of effective waste
management systems and green
technologies, we can reduce the
impact of waste pollution.
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 Thanks!

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 My Personal Mantra:

“GO GREEN
There is no
planet B.”
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