Garbology: Our Dirty Love Affair

Which issue is of more pressing concern, ocean trash or climate change? Why?

Argue in favor of landfilling our trash. Provide three counterarguments for your position.

Describe three ways in which corporations contributed to the development of our disposable economy. Describe three ways in which our disposable economy is the fault of individual citizens. Forget about blame; who is in the best position to correct the flaws in our waste disposal stream. Why?

Crowley and several others believe removing existing ocean trash is achievable. Many experts disagree. Choose a side and argue it.

Explain why recycling programs can produce more wasteful societies. Offer a remedy for this issue.

What are three things the United States can do right now to mimic Denmark’s sustainability initiatives? What obstacles would such measures face?

What are three incentives American communities can provide to reduce wasteful consumption? How would each proposal incentivize conservation?

What are three measures American communities can enact to disincentivize wasteful production? How would each measure disincentivize waste? What obstacles would such measures face?