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Single-use packaging are goods that are made primarily from fossil fuel-based chemicals, and are meant to be disposed of right after use. As Singapore is a country that strives to be sustainable, addressing single-use packaging is one way to reduce the nation’s growing waste problem. Furthermore, as a small island state, Singapore has limited landfill space, with the sole existing Semakau landfill set to be completely filled by 2035. In view of the current situation, there is a pressing need to discuss whether Singapore should implement taxes on single-use packaging in order to be more environmentally friendly.
Despite recent measures such as the introduction of a fee for disposable carrier bags, many question whether it is sufficient and effective enough. In other countries such as Ireland, the implementation of taxes on single-use plastics have shown remarkable results, encouraging consumers to opt for more sustainable alternatives. However, there are still consequences to implementing taxes on single-use packaging, such as placing an additional burden on small businesses. Hence, representatives have to consider whether implementing taxes on single-use packaging is a desirable solution to reduce waste generation in Singapore.
Image drawn by Aurelia Keisha Rahman
Image drawn by Aurelia Keisha Rahman
