Return. Every year, 2.1 billion plastic bottles and cans are sold. The new system covers 1% of urban waste, but is considered a positive step.
With more expensive bottles and cans, returning them will earn you money
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Context & Explainers
Sustainability (sustentabilidade) means meeting present needs without reducing the ability of future generations to meet theirs, covering environmental, economic and social dimensions. For residents it affects local planning, jobs and services—look for municipal or company targets, timelines and measurable actions when assessing how sustainable a place or employer is.
