ENVIRONMENTALLY- FRIENDLY

BIODEGRADABLE COOLER

JONALYN RAVANERA

FRANCINE EREZO

GAYLE LIVELO

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INTRODUCTION

In today’s world, our society is facing different environmental problems that is sometimes cause
by human activities. In the study by Yelnick (2022), he describe environmental issues as a
critical association between the well-being of a society and the quality of the environment in
which a society lives. The negative effects of human activity on the environment of the earth are
known as environmental issues. Numerous human activities that result in pollution, waste
disposal, climate change, global warming, the greenhouse effect, etc., are examples of
environmental issues.

Environmental issues are a broad category of problems that have an adverse impact on the
climate and atmosphere of our planet. A social movement called environmental justice seeks to
address unfair exposure to the extraction of our natural resources, the disposal of hazardous
waste, and other destructive land uses. Climate change and extreme pollution brought on by
environmental problems are destroying the flora and fauna. Various species, natural resources,
and even humans could become extinct if it persists.

Over 95 million metric tons of papers are recovered annually for use in the production of
recycled paper and paperboard worldwide. Only 25% of the 6 million tons of paper and
paperboard used each year, according to Environment Canada, are recycled; paper waste makes
up more than one-third of all wastes in the nation. Paper waste is a major issue in many
workplaces and industries. Up to 70% of a company's total waste may be made up of paper due
to printing errors, junk mail, billings, and packaging. An office worker would use about 10,000
sheets of paper annually. Additionally to the paper used for printing, businesses also use
cardboard, envelopes, and wrappers, to name a few.

Paper waste's impact is frequently disregarded as the disposal of plastic waste receives most of
the attention. However, improper recycling and waste disposal of paper can have the same
negative effects on the economy and environment as other waste products.

The typical response is to throw these things away and print again when the wrong document is
printed or a cartridge leak stains the paper. If that occurs consistently, maintenance errors with
tools like the printer and fax machine can add up quickly. It is difficult to ignore the high costs
associated with inefficient paper use.

This paper waste may account for 1% to 3% of the company's revenue, per Gartner research.
Furthermore, according to a different study, 17% of all printed materials are useless. It is not
surprising that paper products make up a third of all litter, what with torn paper and used
wrappers. An area can become completely unattractive to tourists and business owners if it is
littered. Additionally, they draw rodents and insects, creating an ideal environment for the
growth of numerous diseases.
Office paper, tissue, and paper-based packaging are produced by pulp and paper industries,
which receive 40% of all traded industrial wood in the world. Loss of habitat can result in the
extinction of plants and animals, making deforestation bad for the ecosystem. Although many
businesses have pledged to participate in reforestation initiatives, these man-made forests are
frequently unsustainable and unable to support biodiversity.

About 40% of the 85 million tons of paper that are disposed of annually fill landfills. Both
managing waste facilities and transporting waste are expensive. Similarly, as the amount of
waste grows, so does the area needed to contain it. Additionally, some of the chemicals in these
waste products may harm the environment, and it is common practice to burn paper waste, which
contributes to air pollution.

People handle paper waste carelessly because paper products are biodegradable. The
effectiveness of waste management and the amount of waste produced, rather than the
biodegradability of paper, determine sustainability.
SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE
SIGNIFICANCE OF BIODEGRADABLE COOLER

There’s a high chance that we have used a cooler at least once in our life. In fact, we might use it
on a regular basis. Coolers are a staple in everyone’s home because they are perfect for that trip
to the beach, or a jaunt in the park. However, most coolers are made using plastic and foam,
which aren’t exactly the most environmentally-friendly materials on the planet. So we’ve up of
an idea of doing the paper waste into a cooler. Although it may not look as though it’s sturdy or
going to be able to cope with the weight of ice or the melting water that normally resides in a
cooler, it just goes to show that appearances can be deceiving. That’s because it’s strong enough
to carry 50lbs worth of ice and drinks, and it won’t break if we drop it. The cooler can also hold
ice for up to 12 hours and hold a huge volume of water for around 4 days before it will start to
leak. This means that you don’t have to worry about any spilled water when you put it in your
car, house, etc. The whole thing will be made from organic molded pulp (paper) and alkyl ketene
dimer (the binding agent) material, and it’s designed to be use time and time again. All you need
to do is empty it, let it dry and then fill it up again.

So it’s a win for you and the environment. “It is designed to take some rough and tumble- it
won’t chip or break when bumped or dropped like commonly happens with foams coolers, and
best all, no annoying squeaking noises.” “It’s your silent partner in crime.”