Art by Leah Bae In the United States, the average person produces about 4.4 pounds of trash every single day, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. Although some Americans may respectfully sort and place trash into recycling bins, unfortunately, most waste that should be recycled ends up in the trash. The United States desperately needs to reform its recycling … [Read more...] about Opinion: The United States Needs to Trash Its Current Garbage System
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Paper Straws Open Conversations on Sustainable Living
Photos by Sam FinneganThe new paper straws that appeared at the campus Starbucks evoked great debate, pushing the conversation of sustainability further. However, students think more can be done to keep the world clean and pristine.Paper straws are the result of a Starbucks announcement made earlier this summer, promising to phase out plastic straws from their stores. Malibu … [Read more...] about Paper Straws Open Conversations on Sustainable Living
Plastic Straws Banned in Malibu
You can call it the final straw. It is part of a growing trend to clean up beaches and the ocean. Malibu has already has a ban on plastic cups and utensils and come June 1st you can add straws to the list. McDonalds will be only one of many Malibu restaurants forced to change their policies regarding straws. The Malibu City Council voted unanimously on an ordinance … [Read more...] about Plastic Straws Banned in Malibu
Malibu Plastic Bottle and Straw Ban
Plastic is being pushed out as Malibu city leaders step in to protect the environment. NewsWaves reporter Brianna Willis is here with an update on the decision from last night's city council meeting and what plastic products are out immediately. … [Read more...] about Malibu Plastic Bottle and Straw Ban
Throw Plastic Bottles Away
Graphic by Nate BartonCarrying plastic water bottles is really convenient. They are light and can be very small, which barely adds any extra weight or space in school backpacks or purses. If they become heavy, throwing them away is an option; when thirsty, it is easy to buy another one anywhere. However, disregarding the convenience aspect of plastic water bottles, they truly … [Read more...] about Throw Plastic Bottles Away
