AISYAH BATRISYIA BINTI ADIL GUNAWAN (2314734)
DEPARTMENT OF AHMAD IBRAHIM KULLIYYAH OF LAWS
INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC UNIVERSITY MALAYSIA, IIUM
SCSH 1201:
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT ISSUE, PRINCIPLE AND
PRACTICES
SECTION: 13
INSTRUCTOR : ASST PROF. DR. IRINA SAFITRI ZEN
SEMESTER 1, 2023/2024
STUDENT’S NAME: AISYAH BATRISYIA BINTI ADIL GUNAWAN
(2314734)
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AISYAH BATRISYIA BINTI ADIL GUNAWAN (2314734)
Malaysians generate about 14 million tonnes of trash annually, with dry recyclables
accounting 43.7% of it. Recycling aligns with sustainability objectives, reducing fossil fuel
use and resource efficiency (European Environment Agency, 2016). However these
behaviours have not been promoted to the same extent as have recycling and proper waste
disposal. There are many challenges faced by the recycling industry that individual
consumers can alleviate. One of the challenges faced by today's society is the inefficiency in
the implementation of recyclable practices in our country. This essay will explore the
challenges faced in the implementation of recycling that hinder the effectiveness of recycling
effort such as lack of knowledge, inadequate infrastructure, amd and highlights the positive
shifts in awareness, government initiatives, and technological advancements.
To begin with, recycling implementation in society is challenging due to a lack of knowledge,
as highlighted by Hobson, K. (2001). This lack of awareness could be attributed to limited
access to information, restricted exposure to sustainable practices, or just a lack of appreciation
of the nuances of sustainable living. For example, many people are aware of recycling as an
environmentally friendly habit, but are confused about what items can be recycled and how,
This often leads to recyclables going in the trash or vise-versa. Knowledge plays a crucial role
in sustainable lifestyle practices, encompassing understanding the environmental impact of
actions and strategies for their reduction.
Moreover, infrastructure inconvenience also can be another barrier in sustainable practices.
Recycling is a critical aspect of sustainable lifestyle practices that can be affected by
infrastructure inconvenience that impacts the usage of recycling practices in a community. The
lack of recycling infrastructure may lead to environmental degradation, dangerous health
hazards, unutilized resources, and waste of time, energy, and money. For instance, poorly
located of recycling bins, and limited access to recycling facilities can discourage individuals
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from recycling on their daily basis. This can make it difficult for individuals to participate in
recycling efforts, as they may not have convenient access to recycling facilities or collection
programs (Mustafa Çiçekler & Ahmet Tutuş, 2023).
In addition, another challenges in implementing the recycling is the idea and mind set of
resistance to change, some industries or individuals may resist adopting recycling practices due
to perceived cost or inconvenience. This will resulting to incorporation on the part of the
residents when the recycling campaign is carried out by the government. The lack of vision and
willingness to be innovative is a main obstacle to impact on people’s mindset. The attitude of
not caring and not wanting to take up the responsibility of this recycling practice causes the
government's efforts to save energy and recycled materials will not be achieved or
implemented.
To conclude, overcoming recycling practices barriers requires a multifaceted approach.
Increasing awareness and easy-to-understand information about the importance of recycling is
crucial to educate and to overcome resistance. Investment in recycling facilities can be taken by
partnering with Local Governments to expand and improve accessibility in recycling
infrastructures. Lastly, technology advancements, such as improved waste managements
system and recycling technologies, can help streamline the recycling process and make it more
efficient. By combining these efforts, can build
generations.
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more sustainable future for coming
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