As a student of this school where waste is often carelessly thrown into the nearest bin, regardless of type, I came to a conclusion that there is an urgent need for preventative action. Students in my learning environment continue to throw waste into inappropriate receptacles due to a lack of sufficient bins and poor labeling. 

Effective waste segregation is a step towards healthier environments and smarter consumption of resources. Yet, in schools across the country, the necessary tools to encourage such practices are not available or clearly identified, thereby hindering the process. The Environmental Protection Agency states that Americans generate about 267.8 million tons of waste annually, much of which could be recycled or composted if properly segregated (EPA 2020). In addition, Americans alone generated this amount of waste in a year, if the whole world was to generate this much waste, it would be a disaster that would drive the world to use non-environmental friendly methods to get rid of trash.

Our petition seeks a mandate that requires our school to have a sufficient number of clearly labeled trash bins to implement appropriate waste disposal habits in the younger generation. Introducing a higher number of waste bins categorized for trash, recyclables, and compost will breed a culture of mindful practices when it comes to waste management amongst students.

Join us in urging school administrations to prioritize a sustainable school environment. Let's ensure we provide our students with the right tools to adopt responsible disposal practices. Sign this petition to enable a greener, cleaner future of our school.

 

 

Presented by:

Adangla, Aljer 

Ignas, Charanjet 

Meneses, Michael Josh