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.
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
