I never can remember which products take less resources to make or are worse for landfills, paper cup versus polystyrene, etc. I would like to make smart choices as a consumer to help the environment, but don't have time to research it myself.

I propose an abstract 'index' to be put on all disposable products like plastic bags, cups, bottles, and the like. Once a base number created, you could then tell how much the product you are using effects the environment. A Polystyrene coffee cup may have a rating of 2 verus a paper cup rating of 9, for example.

This idea could help public demand for lower index items and could help companies market their product as greener alternatives. It could also put pressure on the large manufacturers to increase efficiencies and lower the rating on their products over time.

Some company or organization would have to regulate this as well as create and market the 'index' brand. Adoption would be difficult, but possible if enough consumer demand.

- R

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