reflection on visit to SEC

I went to the SEC with a rough idea on what I wanted my project's outcome to be. I did not want a project which educated people on correct environmental ways as I felt that it was overused, cliché and had a small effect on the environment. I wanted to achieve something concrete, like a country wide collection of waste materials to be recycled for example.

The visit however, changed my mind. I realized that the collection of waste materials was a short term method while education was a long term alternative. That was why it was overused as it was really beneficial. Another thing which struck me was that recycling is not green. I always thought that recycling was really beneficial to our environment. However, now I know that recycling is really just making the best out of the damage already done and is the least beneficial method out of the 3Rs.

After that valuable discussion, I am sure our project will take on a better direction with correct mindsets.

- written on 21st jan