1. The opportunity I chose was because of single-use plastic bans taking place all over the country. Especially with plastic straws and bags, consumers use single-use plastic every day and forcing businesses to provide a new option that follows the laws and is consumer-friendly would be a tedious task. I saw the opportunity to come up with a sturdy, affordable single-use product that would be eco-friendly as well.
2. The product I came up with was a single-use straw and plastic bag made from materials from the environment, a common sturdy material I found was algae, and that would easily flow into the lives of consumers. For me personally, I hate paper straws because they always turn to mush and become ineffective before I even finish my drink. Paper bags are also not the best because they rip easily so the product needs to consist of a material that can hold weight and function like a plastic bag and straw.
Hey Gianna,
ReplyDeleteI think your opportunity is very important and can definitely be exploited. I found the idea of using algae to be very interesting, and I liked the fact that it comes from the environment. With the weaknesses of other materials that are used such as paper and plastic, I think your opportunity may provide an alternative route that is even better. Great post, I enjoyed reading about your solution to the problem!
Hi Gianna,
ReplyDeleteThe anti-plastic movement is now definitely the trend. While I agree that plastic getting into the environment is an issue, I am not quite sure that plastic straws is the place to start. I believe that plastic bottles, plastic bags, and the lack of proper disposal/recycling are more of an issue. However, as previously stated this is the trend and as you mentioned paper straws are a horrible replacement. In continuing with your idea, I would consider developing a new straw that would be easy to clean and with a similar texture to plastic that we all have become accustomed to using.
Hey Gianna,
ReplyDeleteAlthough paper straws were a decent alternative to the paper ones I can't say I was too happy with them either. I think it's really awesome how you found algae as another alternative to single use plastic. I hope one day this will be a thing, finding a sustainable biodegradable product in replacement to plastic that functions just as well. Wish you the best.