anntsang_project3

=Project 3= In this final assignment, I explored the relationship between the amount of waste and garbage consumers produce versus the decomposition rates of each of these items. In hopes of demonstrating the effects of human impact on the environment, this infograph plays the important role of messenger. Perhaps we will reconsider our consumption of goods or participate in composting and recycling of matter.

Intro
Waste disposal is a huge challenge for municipalities, industries, and businesses. But as individuals we must do our part in society to keep the Earth green and to prevent risks to the environment. Although majority of our waste can be recycled, many municipalities, industries and businesses are still not recycling their waste matter. Everyone should do their part by reducing consumption of fresh raw materials, which in turn will reduce energy usage (from incineration in landfills), decrease pollution and lower greenhouse gas emissions.

RATEyourWASTE is an application that demonstrates the amount of waste produced in the United States every year versus the decomposition rates of these trashed items. Through the display of these statistics, RATEyouWASTE hopes to educate consumers about the importance of recycling, reducing and re-using.

.swf file mini sneak-peak
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