Framing QuestionIs national development the solution to solid waste problems?"
According to our data from the capitalocene labs, low income countries tend to score lower the EPI scale. According to the Kuznets Curve, this may be due to the countries industrialization. Once developed the country may receive higher environmental ratings. Our framing question hopes to look at how countries that are undergoing growth deal with waste effectively to minimize environmental impact as well as inspecting reasons for large waste or pollution during times of development. |
Situated ContextWhat are different ways the Chilean City of Santiago better manage waste?
Chile is the most developed nation in Latin America. Due to recent development waste generation is also very high. Using different types of management techniques may assist in lowering waste generation as well as lowering landfill levels. Since Santiago is 40% of Chile's total population a solution is necessary moving forward. Not only can this help solve a growing issue in Chile but it may also be applicable to other developing nations around the world. |