responsible design

Question 1

packaging and distribution issues to environment

Answer 1

• each form of packaging uses a lot of resources like energy, water chemicals etc to produce. it’s manufacture usually produces greenhouse gases. also might not be made from renewable sources
• after use, most packaging is discarded either by landfill or litter.
• plastic in our oceans
• distribution of these products causes production of carbon emissions

Question 2

ways to reduce these issues

Answer 2

• carry reusable shopping bags
• eliminate need for packaging
• avoid plastic packaging
• use sustainable packaging that can be repurposed
• buy from stores that support the environment
• ship items in bulk
• recycle
• offer carbon neutral shipping

Question 3

disposal of products at the end of its life - cycle issues to the environment

Answer 3

• products within dynamic markets like clothing and tech have caused huge env issues globally, fashion trends usually last 6 months therefore clothes aren’t lasting people a long time. it’s good for world economy but not it’s health. not only is the way of disposal bad but also the products distribution
• throwing away things wastes resources and money. reducing waste means less env impact

Question 4

ways to dispose sustainably

Answer 4

• recycling and repurposing
• with products like clothing can be passed down to other family members or given to charity
• buying products that can be recycled to prevent more products going to landfill
• avoid disposable products, buy things well made and will last