someCitizen
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Like many others, I was initially annoyed by the rollout of the re-turn scheme, but I've changed my mind about it over the past week.
I understand that my circumstances are personal and may not be representative of most people.
In the evenings, I go for walks around the area. There are two shopping centers nearby, which generate a lot of litter.
Last week, I started taking a plastic bag with me to collect any cans and plastic bottles I saw. At first, I was apprehensive about being seen picking up rubbish, but I soon got over it.
This morning, I went to the shop and returned nearly 10 euros worth of cans and bottles. I did have to ask a staff member to fix the machine, as it wasn't working when I arrived.
Here are my thoughts:
- I have an incentive to keep the local area cleaner.
- Those who litter now "pay" for the privilege.
- The environment is a bit cleaner.
I think I will take one of the small kids here to show them they can make a small environmental impact and get immediate value for doing so.
I've completely changed my mind and now wish they'd expand the scheme to include all the coffee cups littering the area too!
I understand that my circumstances are personal and may not be representative of most people.
In the evenings, I go for walks around the area. There are two shopping centers nearby, which generate a lot of litter.
Last week, I started taking a plastic bag with me to collect any cans and plastic bottles I saw. At first, I was apprehensive about being seen picking up rubbish, but I soon got over it.
This morning, I went to the shop and returned nearly 10 euros worth of cans and bottles. I did have to ask a staff member to fix the machine, as it wasn't working when I arrived.
Here are my thoughts:
- I have an incentive to keep the local area cleaner.
- Those who litter now "pay" for the privilege.
- The environment is a bit cleaner.
I think I will take one of the small kids here to show them they can make a small environmental impact and get immediate value for doing so.
I've completely changed my mind and now wish they'd expand the scheme to include all the coffee cups littering the area too!