Waste Art Wonders: Inspiring Sustainability
Around the world, waste generation rates are rising. In 2020, the world was estimated to generate 2.24 billion tons of solid waste and that figure is anticipated to reach 3.40 billion in about 30 years. However, people are still not aware of how to sort waste properly and they are not motivated to live sustainably. Therefore, established community action group for environmental protection which will take care of various educational – environmental activities.
Challenge Tackled
People are still not aware of how to sort waste properly and why it is important.
Target group, beneficiaries or clients
Community members.
Solution
Establish a community action group which takes care of educational activities related to environmental protection.
Establish the Waste Museum.
Organise an environmental film festival.
Innovation
The Waste Museum would give an insight into waste sorting, pollution problems and ways to reduce it. On the one hand, participants will be invited to bring and create their own exhibits from waste, on the other hand, they will be able to come to the museum and take part in educational activities, seminars and film festival.
Unique Selling Point
An interactive Waste Museum, where community members create their own exhibits out of waste and learn about waste sorting.
Impact
More people will learn how to sort waste properly, learn about the benefits of a cleaner environment and be motivated to contribute to environmental causes.