gender inequality causes women and men to experience climate change differently. Yes, you read that correctly
This certainly feels like the most controversial statement in this article. The author brings up the correlation between gender equality and environmental issues multiple times and doesn't hesitate to let their opinion be known. This article is obviously slanted and readers must look at the scientific facts before making a decision on what to believe.
The Green New Deal “is technically and economically feasible,” he said. “Socially and politically, it’s a different question.”
This is the basis of why this topic is so controversial. After looking at the details and hearing from experts on environmental issues, it's clear that The Green New Deal is not as far-reaching as some may originally think. However, the true controversy comes in when we look at the values held by democrats and republicans. Because many republicans have been known to deny climate change, such an aggressive plan to change how the United States runs is likely to cause an uproar by the far-right.
Apple, Google, Samsung and many other brands have set ambitious targets for recycling and for the use of recycled and renewable materials.
This sentence caught my attention, because it proves that the large corporations making many of the electronics we use are aware of this issue. Not only do they know about it, but they have generated steps in order to create less waste. I had no idea this was such a large problem, but it makes sense and I'm glad there are plans in place to implement positive change.
The infographic below displays how ewaste could grow to a much bigger challenge in the coming years if it's not properly taken care of.
