Should school curriculum include waste management?

As they say — Old habits die hard!

This stands true for the waste management habits of India. Afterall, all we do is throw all our waste in a single pot. Isn’t it?

Our parents saw our grandparents doing that, and we saw our parents doing that. But somewhere this cycle needs to be stopped! At some point we must foster some good habits in society to get an entirely different picture in coming years — A Swachh Bharat maybe…

And who would be the best age-group to start this change with than the future of the nation, i.e. kids!

Why?

As we said in the first line, we’ve already developed unhealthy & unsustainable waste management habits. And as much as we try to change now, some people will have a really hard time changing these habits.

However, kids are like a blank canvas, and that makes it easier to cultivate new habits in them to a certain age.

Importance of teaching students about waste management

Waste management has become an increasingly pressing issue in today's world. With the amount of waste getting piled up in landfills day by day, we’re not very far from a dark future. Therefore, it is crucial that we take proactive measures to manage it. 

And one of the ways we can do this is by educating our children about waste management from an early age. This brings up the question, should school curriculums include waste management?

The answer to that question is a resounding YES! 

Waste management is an important issue that affects everyone, regardless of age or social status. However, teaching students from a young age about waste management in school curricula can help create awareness among them, leading to responsible and sustainable behavior that can have a positive impact on the environment.

How to teach students about waste management?

Teaching students about waste management can be done in several ways. One way is to introduce the topic through science classes, where students can learn about the different types of waste and how they can be managed. Students can also learn about recycling, composting, waste segregation and other waste reduction strategies that can help minimize the amount of waste that ends up in landfills.

Another way to teach waste management is through social studies classes. Students can learn about the impact of waste on the environment and the economy, as well as the various policies and regulations that govern waste management. This can help students understand the importance of waste management and why it is necessary to implement sustainable practices.

Schools can also incorporate waste management in extracurricular activities such as community service projects, where students can participate in waste clean-up activities or even help set up composting systems in their schools. This can help students understand the practical applications of waste management and how it can benefit their communities.

Benefits of including waste management in school curriculums

The benefits of including waste management in school curriculums are numerous. Firstly, it can help create awareness among students about the importance of waste management and its impact on the environment. This can lead to responsible and sustainable behavior, which can have a positive impact on the environment in the long run.

Secondly, it can help create a generation of environmentally conscious citizens who are aware of the impact their actions have on the environment. This can lead to the development of innovative and sustainable solutions to waste management problems, as well as the creation of policies and regulations that support sustainable waste management practices.

Finally, including waste management in school curriculums can help create a culture of sustainability that can permeate through society. This can lead to a future where sustainable waste management practices are the norm, rather than the exception.

How SCRAPBUDDY can help?

Scrapbuddy, those who don’t know, is an online scrap selling platform where you can sell your scrap to us at the best rates!

However, we’re more than just a platform to sell your waste as we’re working toward developing sustainable waste management habits in masses. We do this by educating the masses about the importance of waste segregation at source for an efficient waste processing.

We’ve installed dustbins at many corporations, restaurants, institutes, etc. to help them with their waste. We’re also aiming for societies and schools too in the coming future. This can help you teach your kids/students the importance of proper waste disposal.

We also organize various social activities from time to time to educate the masses about waste management.

If you also want to install our dustbins at your society or school, call us at +91 7410054100 or drop us an email at operations@scrapbuddy.in. You can also visit https://scrapbuddy.in/contact and submit your request.