Trash litters our once-beautiful landscapes, wildfire smoke fills the air, and extreme heatwaves dominate the news. Recycling is satisfying, but it won’t save the earth, which needs our help. Policy must change dramatically to prioritize systemic improvement above individual projects.
The Recycling Fallacy
Recycling shouldn’t be our only environmental policy, but it’s important. Overworked recycling facilities are vital to our system, but most waste ends up in landfills.
The Influence of Law
Imagine long-term solutions replacing disposable plastics. Picture out cities with well-developed public transit systems using less fossil fuels. This vision can be realized with bold policy changes. Governments may incentivize renewable energy, restrict pollution, and invest in green infrastructure.
How Policy Rules
Environmental issues transcend politics and affect all levels of government. Clean air and water are human rights, not political issues. We need leaders who understand climate change science and can implement practical measures, not those who prioritize short-term gains above long-term solutions. Do not believe incremental changes will work.
Leadership and Beyond
Political leaders must see the future for it to be viable. Hold leaders accountable to environmental action plans. Hold them accountable and collaborate with like-minded others to pass eco-friendly laws. Neither we nor the environment can wait until the next election.
Let’s collaborate to make maintaining the planet’s health everyone’s responsibility, not simply a political problem.