Living Green - Episode 99 - Eco Friendly Packaging

The video discusses global waste management issues, focusing on the Philippines where 15% of daily solid waste is plastic. Filipino businesses are adopting green packaging solutions like biodegradable baskets and bamboo pizza boxes, which also create jobs for traditional craftsmen.

What percentage of daily solid waste in the Philippines is attributed to plastic?

• 25%

• 20%

• 15%

• 10%

Which natural material is used by Filipino businesses for making biodegradable baskets and bags?

• Banana leaves

• Pandan leaves

• Coconut leaves

• Bamboo

What material are pizza parlours in the Philippines using for their flat boxes?

• Recycled paper

• Bamboo

• Plastic

• Metal

What is one benefit of using eco-friendly packaging in the Philippines?

• Higher cost of production

• Decreased product quality

• Increased import of materials

• Employment for traditional craftsmen

What is a significant environmental benefit of using bamboo for packaging?

• It is cheaper than other materials

• It eliminates the need for chemical bleaching

• It is easier to transport

• It is more durable than plastic