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Table 2 Comparison of Fluorescent versus LED Light TrueWave Technology

Eco-solution 3 – Biodegradable Paper Straws environmental footprint. This shift not only aligns with
Elevating Environmental Stewardship Singapore's environmental aspirations but also positions DITP
The persistent nature of plastic straws (see figure 3a), crafted as a proactive participant in the global movement towards
from non-biodegradable materials, presents a formidable sustainability.
challenge to environmental sustainability. These straws,
lingering for centuries, become pollutants in our waterways
and oceans, endangering marine life and the delicate
balance of ecosystems. This reality starkly contrasts with the
sustainability goals of DITP, especially considering the global
and local urgency to combat plastic pollution. Singapore's
commitment, as outlined in the Green Plan 2030, to slash
plastic waste and conserve natural resources, underscores the
necessity for change.
Opting for paper straws (see figure 3b), which decompose
naturally within weeks, DITP can significantly mitigate its Figure 3a. Plastic Straw Figure 3b. A Bio-
degradable Paper Straw
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