Here is the link to my narrated science final presentation. Enjoy!
If you enjoyed my presentation, I highly recommend that you take a look into some of my sources, as this issue deserves as much awareness as it can get:
https://www.globalcitizen.org/en/content/plastic-straw-use-bad-for-environment-oceans/
https://admin.globalcitizen.org/en/content/kenya-plastic-bag-ban/
https://admin.globalcitizen.org/en/content/france-bans-plastic-plates-cutlery-cop21/
https://admin.globalcitizen.org/en/content/india-bans-all-disposable-plastic/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4MPHbpmP6_I
https://www.globalcitizen.org/en/content/alternatives-to-plastic-straws-eco-friendly/
https://www.ctvnews.ca/sci-tech/science-says-amount-of-straws-plastic-pollution-is-huge-1.3895167
http://www.plasticfreechallenge.org/what-is-single-use-plastic/
https://www.seeker.com/8-million-tons-of-plastic-lands-in-the-ocean-every-year-1769515427.html
https://www.creativemechanisms.com/blog/learn-about-polylactic-acid-pla-prototypes
https://www.greenmatters.com/food/2017/12/06/XL8mF/edible-save-enviro
https://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/plastic-environment-day_us_5b168b82e4b0129b529e3773
Thanks!
~Leah
June 10, 2018 at 9:37 pm
This is a really well-done video! You chose a very important topic that targets every consumer and shines a light on something most people don’t notice. Your powerpoint is very clean and supports all your stated facts in simple bullet points, this makes your presentation easy to understand impactful to the viewer. You concluded that paper straws are the most eco-friendly alternative but they require trees to manufacture them. Is there a way to make these paper straws while preserving our trees?
June 12, 2018 at 4:01 am
hey Annie!
you are correct, paper straws require trees to be made, however the amount that is needed is easily manageable and a renewable resource. Either way, it’s definitely more sustainable than plastic.
Happy that you enjoyed! 🙂
June 12, 2018 at 12:24 am
Wow!
Leah, that was a crazy informative ted-talk! Although you did talk very fast, your text complimented it and it was not hard to follow.
I am scared. Those numbers and stats are not easy to listen to without being worried for our planet. 4%? Eh, not too bad, until you hear how many straws that is.
The amount of information and the amount of effort you put into this is obviously a LOT. Thank you for this.
I really liked the part where you went over all of the different kinds of straws that is more friendly to the environment. Now I know, if I ever want a straw, what kind to get.
This is also a reminder for me to ask not to put straws in my takeout order. Thank you for educating me. I really hope all of our class sees this talk.
A little odd, but I have a question. What about things like Bubble Tea, that really do require straws? Do we have alternative solutions to that too?
June 12, 2018 at 3:59 am
hey Yunmin!
to answer your question, almost all of the alternatives that I talked about in my video can be made in different, bubble tea compatible sizes. One trend that’s currently going around that i didn’t really touch on is the idea of a reusable straw in glass or plastic. Many progressive restaurants around the world are utilizing bamboo straws for drinks, as they naturally come with a larger diameter.
Glad you learned something! 🙂
June 12, 2018 at 12:41 am
Well thought out presentation, Leah! I find this issue incredibly interesting and relevant. I was wondering if you came across anything in your research regarding the use of straws in specific populations? For example, paper straws that cannot bend very well may be inconvenient for people with physical disabilities. Furthermore, hospitalized patients often need bendable straws. Did you find any ecologically safe and economical options for these situations?
June 12, 2018 at 4:04 am
Hey Mia!
I’m happy you find this topic as interesting as I do. In response to your question, many reusable straws, such as stainless steel, come in pre-bent shapes and that could expand into more once the idea reaches it’s prime.
Thanks for your feedback! 🙂
June 12, 2018 at 4:47 pm
Hey Leah!
I absolutely loved your presentation! It was super informative, and I learned a lot about what I can to to help preserve our environment. I just had one question: how specifically do the toxins affect the earth? You talked about how they affect animals, but what about plants? The atmosphere? The geosphere? Thanks so much for this awesome presentation!
June 12, 2018 at 5:13 pm
Hi Makenzie, I’m glad you enjoyed my topic. The toxins tend to be harmful to all living organisms so plants are affected by them too. As for the others, I would have to look into that further.
Thanks for watching! 🙂