NTU/NIE generates huge amounts of waste everyday from the use of disposable utensils in its canteens. I was handed 3 plastic bags buying a meal at MacDonalds just now, not to mention that the silly Fillet-O-Fish is now packaged in a paper box to disguise the down-sized burger.
Singapore is just talking for the sake of making noise when they address environmental issues. If they really want to reduce waste, why use disposable utensils, install paper towels in toilets, hand out tons of plastic bags, and make recycling things such a difficult task for people? Reduce waste by not implementing these practices, and consumers will just adapt to them. I'm sure no one will kick up a big fuss about not using disposable utensils or paper towels, not for long anyway. Make aunties bring their own groceries bag, etc etc. It's not that hard. It just need a change of mindset.
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