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Apr 17, 2025 Letters

Dear Editor,

It was very encouraging to see the grants given to our youths for their future endeavours in the green economy. A recent study of the human brain conducted by the University of New Mexico showed a large magnitude of microplastics being present. The equivalent of a disposable spoon (7 grams on average). This is an increase of 50% from eight years prior. The presence of microplastics has been found in the bloodstream, the placenta and also in the first stool of babies.  (Reference: TCD article by Kritiksha Sharma from April 14th).

In the not-so-distant past, Guyana did not have a large garbage problem as it does today. In Guyana, we used paper bags and reusable bags instead of one-use plastic bags, and we used cardboard food containers instead of styrofoam containers. Many would say that Guyana was ahead of its time. Today, we see many first-world countries implementing these practices of reusable bags and the use of paper bags. The paper and cardboard are biodegradable, and the risk of microplastics getting into the body is significantly reduced. As the country continues its development of the oil and gas sector while balancing this pursuit with the development of the green economy, we must allow ourselves to stay ahead of the mistakes of the larger economies. Avoiding the health issues that microplastics create by reverting to biodegradable products and recycling our plastic waste is a must. Good luck to the winners of the grants. Your impact and influence can be very beneficial for the health of your fellow Guyanese.

The RDCs, NDCs, Amerindian Village Councils, the Mayors, Deputy Mayors and the Town Councils around the country also have a major role to play in successfully implementing such an initiative. Central government can also aid by placing import restrictions on plastic bags, styrofoam and other one-use plastic products. After all, no one wants to see a newborn come into the world contaminated by microplastics that can hamper their development and health. Nor do we want our current citizens becoming ill due to the plastic contamination in our environment.

Best regards,

Mr. Jamil Changlee

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