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Although the figures vary, it is estimated that only a fraction of the waste we separate at home actually ends up being recycled. In many cases, we're talking about less than 50%. It's an alarming statistic that highlights the inefficiency of current waste management systems. And when it comes to organic waste, the situation is even more disheartening. Most of this waste ends up in landfills, where it decomposes uncontrollably, releasing methane, a greenhouse gas much more potent than CO2.
In this context, the lack of a stricter packaging law is a clear example of how short-term economic interests often prevail over long-term sustainability and well-being. Existing laws, although they do exist, are insufficient and, in many cases, ineffective in addressing the massive generation of packaging waste. A stricter law could force companies to take responsibility for the entire life cycle of their products, from production to final disposal. This could include measures such as the obligation to use recyclable or biodegradable materials, packaging return systems, and penalties for companies that do not comply with requirements.
It's as if we're playing a game where the cards are stacked against the environment. We're asked to do our part, but the system itself is designed to fail. And meanwhile, the climate emergency waits for no one. It's time for authorities to take drastic and effective measures, rather than sticking to rhetoric and half-measures.
It's frustrating, isn't it? 😤
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Aunque las cifras varían, se estima que solo una fracción de los residuos que separamos en casa realmente termina siendo reciclada. En muchos casos, estamos hablando de menos del 50%. Es una estadística alarmante que pone de manifiesto la ineficacia de los sistemas actuales de gestión de residuos. Y en cuanto a los residuos orgánicos, la situación es aún más desalentadora. La mayoría de estos residuos terminan en vertederos, donde se descomponen sin control, liberando metano, un gas de efecto invernadero mucho más potente que el CO2.
En este contexto, la falta de una ley de envases más estricta es un claro ejemplo de cómo los intereses económicos a corto plazo suelen prevalecer sobre la sostenibilidad y el bienestar a largo plazo. Las leyes actuales, aunque existen, son insuficientes y, en muchos casos, ineficaces para abordar el problema de la generación masiva de residuos de envases. Una ley más estricta podría obligar a las empresas a asumir la responsabilidad de todo el ciclo de vida de sus productos, desde la producción hasta la disposición final. Esto podría incluir medidas como la obligación de utilizar materiales reciclables o biodegradables, sistemas de devolución de envases y sanciones para las empresas que no cumplan con los requisitos.
Es como si estuviéramos jugando una partida en la que las cartas están marcadas en contra del medio ambiente. Se nos pide que hagamos nuestra parte, pero el sistema en sí está diseñado para fallar. Y mientras tanto, la urgencia climática no espera. Es hora de que las autoridades tomen medidas drásticas y efectivas, en lugar de quedarse en la retórica y las medias tintas.
Es frustrante, ¿verdad? 😤
Although the figures vary, it is estimated that only a fraction of the waste we separate at home actually ends up being recycled. In many cases, we're talking about less than 50%. It's an alarming statistic that highlights the inefficiency of current waste management systems. And when it comes to organic waste, the situation is even more disheartening. Most of this waste ends up in landfills, where it decomposes uncontrollably, releasing methane, a greenhouse gas much more potent than CO2.
In this context, the lack of a stricter packaging law is a clear example of how short-term economic interests often prevail over long-term sustainability and well-being. Existing laws, although they do exist, are insufficient and, in many cases, ineffective in addressing the massive generation of packaging waste. A stricter law could force companies to take responsibility for the entire life cycle of their products, from production to final disposal. This could include measures such as the obligation to use recyclable or biodegradable materials, packaging return systems, and penalties for companies that do not comply with requirements.
It's as if we're playing a game where the cards are stacked against the environment. We're asked to do our part, but the system itself is designed to fail. And meanwhile, the climate emergency waits for no one. It's time for authorities to take drastic and effective measures, rather than sticking to rhetoric and half-measures.
It's frustrating, isn't it? 😤
______________
Aunque las cifras varían, se estima que solo una fracción de los residuos que separamos en casa realmente termina siendo reciclada. En muchos casos, estamos hablando de menos del 50%. Es una estadística alarmante que pone de manifiesto la ineficacia de los sistemas actuales de gestión de residuos. Y en cuanto a los residuos orgánicos, la situación es aún más desalentadora. La mayoría de estos residuos terminan en vertederos, donde se descomponen sin control, liberando metano, un gas de efecto invernadero mucho más potente que el CO2.
En este contexto, la falta de una ley de envases más estricta es un claro ejemplo de cómo los intereses económicos a corto plazo suelen prevalecer sobre la sostenibilidad y el bienestar a largo plazo. Las leyes actuales, aunque existen, son insuficientes y, en muchos casos, ineficaces para abordar el problema de la generación masiva de residuos de envases. Una ley más estricta podría obligar a las empresas a asumir la responsabilidad de todo el ciclo de vida de sus productos, desde la producción hasta la disposición final. Esto podría incluir medidas como la obligación de utilizar materiales reciclables o biodegradables, sistemas de devolución de envases y sanciones para las empresas que no cumplan con los requisitos.
Es como si estuviéramos jugando una partida en la que las cartas están marcadas en contra del medio ambiente. Se nos pide que hagamos nuestra parte, pero el sistema en sí está diseñado para fallar. Y mientras tanto, la urgencia climática no espera. Es hora de que las autoridades tomen medidas drásticas y efectivas, en lugar de quedarse en la retórica y las medias tintas.
Es frustrante, ¿verdad? 😤
Thank You to each and every one of you that celebrated our special day with us, it was a blast!!!!
DJ Maldrul's "The B-Side" at Hot Daddy's!! Tonight at 6:00PM!!
Region: Hot Daddys on Wyldwood Bayou Grid
Event begins: 6:00PM Grid Time
Added by: Kith Whitehawk
Details:
DJ Maldrul is taking the stage at Hot Daddy's tonight! He's gonna spin what he calls "The B Side"--tunes that were recorded on the "B" side of single records and went on to become an unexpected hit. You know the ones...songs like "Into the Groove"--Madonna, "Hound Dog"--Elvis Presley, "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)"--Beyonce. DJ Mal has his playlist queued up and ready to Rock N Roll, so come on down to The Dance Dock and get this party started!
wyldwoodbayou.com:8002: Wyldwood Bayou Hot Daddys
Region: Hot Daddys on Wyldwood Bayou Grid
Event begins: 6:00PM Grid Time
Added by: Kith Whitehawk
Details:
DJ Maldrul is taking the stage at Hot Daddy's tonight! He's gonna spin what he calls "The B Side"--tunes that were recorded on the "B" side of single records and went on to become an unexpected hit. You know the ones...songs like "Into the Groove"--Madonna, "Hound Dog"--Elvis Presley, "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)"--Beyonce. DJ Mal has his playlist queued up and ready to Rock N Roll, so come on down to The Dance Dock and get this party started!
wyldwoodbayou.com:8002: Wyldwood Bayou Hot Daddys
Is the sky falling or is the ground falling up?
Things on the ground point to the sky, but what to?
Crystals reflect light, color can mean what they are made of, or where they came from.
Space is more than just a place where things occupy space. Up and Down, Left and Right are places to go, but in space your point of view is all you have to go by.
Some are hot and some are cold, but what is in the space between?
Places that are familiar to what you have seen, but not at the same time.
Deep space holds more mystery, the fastest way isn't always the best way. Sometimes you have to just drift around to find what is on the other side.
When your ready too dive into the sky instead of the depths, come here and seek the rings with blue lines.
Though also a very deep place for those who venture too far from the shoreline.
About a 3rd of nearly mile wide place is water, a beach is waiting for nearby for those who come here.
The sky is best seen with (use shared environment). Not all viewers will see the same things, but the orange sky will still be there.
Things that catch the eye can seem obvious but their purpose may not be.
A few nice lookouts here, not as wide of a view, though calm.
Traces of nature still remain here, gives the eyes a place to rest from all the neon lights.
Empty towers glow brighter than the orange of the sky as a strange wiry bird looms overhead.
Reality here seems to be distorted, things are not what they seem. Things require a closer look.
Lights appear to be everywhere. Is this place getting brighter, or is the divide between the light and dark just growing more obvious?
The central tower is the key to traveling to distant locations on the island. Some are still unknown.
Half Time @ QUIET MOUNTAIN BALLROOM with DJ HOWIE Come over for the last hour of this brill event Howie is smashing it you will
be sorry you missed it
x-grid-info://gentlefire/region/Allegheny%20Mountains/218/319/1001
Your Limo:
be sorry you missed it
x-grid-info://gentlefire/region/Allegheny%20Mountains/218/319/1001
Your Limo:
An unstable landscape suggests that eventually everything here may change. Though at the rate its moving, who knows how long that could take.
This place is being reduced to cubes. What could this mean? Seems like its shattering and is frozen at the same time.
Mysterious structures can be found and secrets they hold can be out of this world.
the welcome area where you'll find yourself upon arrival.
Good Morning Everyone! I'm performing at 12:00pm at Radio DJ Club today! Come and join me for some fun & music!
Where: Radio DJ Club
Time: 12:00 grid time (3:pm est)
Ride: hg.osgrid.org:80:Radio DJ Club
Listen Here: http://us.ishout.net:8497/roguegalaxy
Watch Me Live!: https://www.tiktok.com/@rogue8588
Where: Radio DJ Club
Time: 12:00 grid time (3:pm est)
Ride: hg.osgrid.org:80:Radio DJ Club
Listen Here: http://us.ishout.net:8497/roguegalaxy
Watch Me Live!: https://www.tiktok.com/@rogue8588
Soon I will add a shop with items related to the scene,
Littlefield Grid's Annual 9-11 memorial service will be This Morning 09/11/2023 at 9-11 Memorial Region starting at 5:46AM Pacific Time.
I hope you will join us Tuesday, the 12 at 5 pm grid time, I, DJ Purr will be spinning a classic rock, country mix, and requests are always welcome..
DJ Kith's Sunday Night Blues Bash at Rockin' The Blues! 6:00PM!
Region: Rockin' The Blues on Wyldwood Bayou Grid
Event begins: 6:00PM Grid Time
Added by: Kith Whitehawk
Details:
Blues Man DJ Kith will be on the Rockin' The Blues stage tonight here on Wyldwood Bayou Grid!! Kith loves the blues and loves to bring you his signature upbeat, modern, high energy blues tunes!! When Kith spins... the house rocks and shakes, the excitement is crazy and the Tribe is full of laughter and happiness! Come join us and get your happy on with friends old and new, fabulously cool blues and the most fun you'll have all week!! See you there!!!
wyldwoodbayou.com:8002:Wyldwood Bayou Rockin' The Blue
Region: Rockin' The Blues on Wyldwood Bayou Grid
Event begins: 6:00PM Grid Time
Added by: Kith Whitehawk
Details:
Blues Man DJ Kith will be on the Rockin' The Blues stage tonight here on Wyldwood Bayou Grid!! Kith loves the blues and loves to bring you his signature upbeat, modern, high energy blues tunes!! When Kith spins... the house rocks and shakes, the excitement is crazy and the Tribe is full of laughter and happiness! Come join us and get your happy on with friends old and new, fabulously cool blues and the most fun you'll have all week!! See you there!!!
wyldwoodbayou.com:8002:Wyldwood Bayou Rockin' The Blue
even with out a beacon counting we still have a great show at the dance.. come on down and enjoy some of the best rock music
new items arrived..hope you will come back for another visit
Mid-September Party featuring DJ Golbez spinning his great set of hard rock, heavy metal and baby metal. Don’t miss it!
Sept 10th 3pm to 5pm Grid Time
At Club Equinox.
https://opensimworld.com/hop/87956
http://www.equinoxgrid.net/wpWebsite/index.php/event/mid-s...
Sept 10th 3pm to 5pm Grid Time
At Club Equinox.
https://opensimworld.com/hop/87956
http://www.equinoxgrid.net/wpWebsite/index.php/event/mid-s...
Miss Munk will be spinning her wheels of steel at 1 pm grid time, at The Piazza!
Bring your headphones and get on down here and listen to nonstop beat matching and full spectrum sound!
Plug the link into your map and we'll see you there.
http://bridgemere.outworldz.net:8002:Paradise Lagoon
Bring your headphones and get on down here and listen to nonstop beat matching and full spectrum sound!
Plug the link into your map and we'll see you there.
http://bridgemere.outworldz.net:8002:Paradise Lagoon
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