By growing awareness and gaining an understanding of the environmental impacts we have on our planet, we can be better informed of where and how to act. A lack of awareness and responsibility has all added up to polluted land, sea and air. From a lack of consideration of the environment in the way we manage waste to mass-producing throw-away items to keep up with demand. Thankfully things are changing and understanding the importance of the 4R's can certainly help us inform our choices. By increasing our sustainability in the home and better managing our waste we can all make a concerted difference. Especially if we are to all play a role in helping keep our oceans free from plastic waste and reducing our consumption of needless items that can pollute our environment once disposed of. The 4R's make for a simple yet effective way to help us consider the items that we buy, use and dispose of. When we choose to stop and think about each of the 4R's it helps us to consider a number of important aspects related to our consumption. From what we buy, to how we can reduce, to what can be reused and how we eventually get rid of it. If we are to make a difference to the environment then now is the time to identify the importance of the 4R's. Activity 03 SINGLE-USE PLASTICS Background According to one of the researchers, the following is the estimated time for some everyday items to decompose in landfills. Plastic Bottle: 70-450 years, plastic bag: 500-1000 years, Tin Can: around 50 years, Milk packet: 5 years, Sanitary napkins and children diapers: 500-800 years. #scouts #ScoutsGiveUp #ScoutsBeatPlasticPollution