โ Scribed by Evan Vlachos
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The paper examines the 'throwaway' cultural heritage, expressed not only in the vast amounts of solid waste generated, but also in the public attitudes towards unwanted residues. An attempt is made to contrast cultural perceptions of solid waste management (juxtaposing the U.S. with other cultures) and the extent to which a network of values has been created with heavy dependence in the generation of waste. In examining larger social trends and emerging life styles a distinction is made between corrective solutions (disposal) and preventive approaches, i.e., materials flow and residuals management. This implies a new ethos where rather than continually trying to 'bury' waste, the culture and economy is re-directed towards a non-generation of waste and towards a transformation of individuals from 'consumers' to 'users' in some form of a closed system.
The emphasis throughout the discussion remains that of viewing solid waste as part of a larger effort of comprehensive natural resources management. The last is examined in the context of a cultural system that recognizes not only interdependencies but also a pervasive life style and shared attitudes which relate social goals, technological capabilities, and environmental conservation.
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