Do you consider yourself violent. Most of us don't. We think of violence as something physical, explosive, something other people do.So did I when I set off decades ago to pursue my doctorate in international peace and conflict. But what I discovered is that every day most of us participate in acts of violence. Not because we're bad people, but because the systems in which we live make it almost impossible not to.In 2014, I founded Vessel, one of the world's first tech- enabled reusable to-go foodware syste ...

Industry Problem & Analysis - The plastic bag industry's system is designed to create waste and then blame consumers for it [3] - The industry uses tactics similar to big tobacco, including blame, scare, confuse, and influence [11] - After 40 years of recycling efforts, making plastic from virgin oil is still cheaper due to subsidies for the oil industry and a lack of support for recycling [16] - Corporations externalize costs, passing the bill for environmental and health impacts to future generations [17][18] Industry Playbook - Blame: Shift responsibility to consumers, labeling them as "litterbugs" [11] - Scare: Make alternatives seem less appealing by claiming reusable bags carry germs or that bag bans will kill jobs [12] - Confuse: Fund studies and create front groups to disseminate favorable facts to the public [13][14] - Influence: Use money, lobbyists, and lawyers to influence policy at local, state, and federal levels [15] Proposed Solution & Counter-Playbook - Shift incentives to reward companies that take responsibility for their impact with tax breaks and subsidies [18] - The counter-playbook consists of clarity, courage, and collective action [19] - Clarity: Question who benefits from the narrative and follow the money [19] - Courage: Stand up even when afraid [19] - Collective Action: Unite to make change unstoppable [20]

Environmental Awareness and Responsibility - The presentation emphasizes the importance of protecting the Earth, framing it as a temple [3] - It highlights the negative impact of pollution and waste on the environment, specifically mentioning the pollution of Reena Lake [2] - The presentation advocates for individual responsibility in waste management and recycling [6] Recycling and Waste Reduction - The presentation promotes the "reuse, reduce, and recycle" principle as a daily practice [7] - It explains the concept of recycling and its benefits, such as saving trees, energy, and water [4][5] - It suggests practical actions individuals can take, including using three dust bins at home, carrying reusable bottles, and saying no to single-use plastic [6] Community Engagement and Impact - The presentation showcases a community-based recycling initiative involving children [3] - It emphasizes that small habits can create big changes in environmental protection [7] - It encourages collective action and invites others to join the effort to help the Earth breathe again [7]

Environmental Impact of Plastic Waste - Every year, 8 million tons of plastic end up in the ocean [2] - Scientists predict that by 2050, there will be more plastic in the ocean than fish [2] - Plastic breaks down into small pieces that can harm animals like turtles, fish, and birds [3] Solutions for Reducing Plastic Waste - Advocate for reducing single-use plastics, such as using metal lunchboxes and reusable chopsticks [4] - Promote smarter recycling by increasing the availability of recycling bins, especially in high-traffic areas like metro stations [4] - Encourage creative recycling initiatives, such as turning plastic bottles into clothing, furniture, or building materials [5] - Consider implementing incentive programs for recycling, such as rewarding individuals with points for recycling that can be redeemed for free metro rides [5]