This Alarming Trash Photo Series Will Shock You
Farida Helmy — July 13, 2014 — Eco
References: greggsegal & designtaxi
In this provoking trash photo series we come face to face with the amount of garage different American families go through in a span of a single week. And the results are pretty shocking.
Asking different people to pose with a week's worth of their trash, photographer Gregg Segal uses this trash photo series as a visualization tool to really hone in on the trash problem the United States seems to have. In his ongoing series ‘7 Days of Garbage’, the photographer does a beautifully candid job portraying the amount of trash we throw in our bins and is hoping to make a difference in pushing people to become more conscious.
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the average American produces more than 4 pounds of garbage per day -- which is 50% more than the amount produced by Western Europeans.
Asking different people to pose with a week's worth of their trash, photographer Gregg Segal uses this trash photo series as a visualization tool to really hone in on the trash problem the United States seems to have. In his ongoing series ‘7 Days of Garbage’, the photographer does a beautifully candid job portraying the amount of trash we throw in our bins and is hoping to make a difference in pushing people to become more conscious.
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, the average American produces more than 4 pounds of garbage per day -- which is 50% more than the amount produced by Western Europeans.
Trend Themes
1. Eco-consciousness - There is an opportunity for businesses to create and promote eco-friendly products and packaging to combat the issue of excessive waste.
2. Sustainable Living - The trend towards sustainable living presents opportunities in various industries, including fashion, as consumers become more aware of their waste and carbon footprint.
3. Circular Economy - The idea of a circular economy, where waste is minimized and resources are reused and recycled, presents opportunities for innovation in waste management and resource recovery industries.
Industry Implications
1. Packaging - There is an opportunity for companies to develop and promote eco-friendly packaging options to reduce waste and promote sustainability.
2. Waste Management - Innovations in waste management technology and methods can reduce the amount of waste produced and promote resource recovery.
3. Fashion - The trend towards sustainable living has created a demand for eco-friendly and ethical fashion options that minimize waste and promote sustainability.
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