IST Biology 24-25

I think one thing is platic bottles

Me and my family have been composting since the pandemic and it has been very useful. We have a small garden in our backyard and our plants have thrived with our homemade compost.

Today I had to print some things for an assignment, and my parents also asked me for help printing some documents. I printed them double-sided, saving five sheets of paper in the process. It is a very easy switch that more people should start doing.

Since most of Honduras' power relies on petroleum, I turn off all my electronics when I'm not using them, because I'm being mindful of my resources and not wasting them.

I buy things everyday, whether that is at my local pulperia or at the supermarket. Today during my walk, I stopped by the pulperia buying a drink and some fruit, and instead of asking for a bag, I carried the fruit in my pockets and held the drink in my hand.

Today I went for a walk to wake me up properly. I usually wake up around 4:30 AM to get ready for school, but since today was online, I figured I should use my time wisely. I went for a walk before logging onto class and it helped me focus more on my assignments and made it an overall enjoyable day.

Barriers include convenience and forgetting to bring a reusable bottle. I can make it a habit by keeping a bottle with me and refilling it daily.

Knowing your food producers builds trust, supports local farms, and helps ensure fair treatment. It empowers you to push for better wages and working conditions.

Landfills are often in low-income or industrial areas. Nearby communities face pollution and health risks.

People in low-income or rural areas are most affected. They face health issues, limited hygiene, and struggles with daily needs like cooking and cleaning.