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people (@icedrum, @sallybeth23) who are aware of these global problems and care about the environment should collaborate and share ideas.
These problems have their roots many decades ago, so, solving them will take a concerted and persistent effort and on a global scale.
As I commented before, I am not being negative. I am simply pointing out that we can all share ideas and to deal with them on a personal level.
As the saying goes: "an ounce of prevention is worth ..."

In a way, we can and should praise those massive efforts. However, we should also encourage the little things that we all can and should do ...