RECYCLED VS INDIGENOUS – The Difference Between The Two Materials
RECYCLED VS INDIGENOUS – In this topic, we will discuss the use of recycled vs indigenous materials and their advantages and disadvantages.
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Recycled Materials
These are materials that came from wastes and other used materials that were converted. These include paper, plastic, glass, and metal.
Advantages
- Minimizes pollution
- Protects the environment
- Minimizes global warming
- Conserves natural resources
- Cuts down amount of waste in landfill sites
- Ensures sustainable use of resources
- Aids in the creation of jobs
- Reduces energy consumption
Disadvantages
- High upfront capital costs
- Unhygenic, unhealthy, and unsightly
- Less durable products
- Possibly expensive
- Not widespread on a larger scale
Indigenous Materials
These materials are found in specific or local areas. The term “indigenous” means originating in and characteristic of a particular region or country.
Advantages
- Renewable and abundant
- Reduces the use of fossil fuels and associated pollutants
- Endorses local businesses
- Low waste and capable of being reused and recycled
- Enhances the region’s unique sense of place.
Disadvantages
- Less durable than plastic or metal
- Vulnerable to weathering via moisture
- Impact-vulnerable
- Slower process in terms of producing
- More expensive than factory/machine made alternatives