Recycling & Sustainability - Tri Duc English Tri Duc English IELTS Speaking Part 3 Recycling & The Circular Economy Evaluating Resource Conservation, Waste Management, and Environmental Ethics Topic Vocabulary Environmental Logistics Inorganic waste (n) Waste that is not from living organisms, such as plastic, glass, and metal. Refuse /ˈref.juːs/ (n) Unwanted items or materials that are thrown away; another word for garbage or trash. Landfill space (n) The volume available in designated areas where waste is buried. Hazardous /ˈhæz.ə.dəs/ (adj) Dangerous materials that can cause harm to human health or the environment. Sustainability /səˌsteɪ.nəˈbɪl.ə.ti/ (n) The quality of being able to continue over a period of time without depleting resources. Overhead costs (n) The regular running costs of a business or facility (e.g., waste disposal fees). Toxic Waste /ˈtɒk.sɪk/ (n) Industrial or chemical waste that is poisonous to living things. Illegal dumping (n) The act of disposing of waste in unauthorized areas, often to avoid disposal fees. Environmental Benefits More efficient use of natural resources through separation. Conservation of energy by reusing processed materials. Reduced demand for raw materials, protecting ecosystems. Prevention of pollution and saving of landfill space . Economic & Social Impact Reduced overhead and waste disposal costs . Prevention of unauthorized dumping of hazardous items. Makes communities more equal by improving shared sanitation. Creating a common sense of responsibility and purpose. Recycling IQ Check Question 1 What is the primary purpose of separating inorganic from organic household refuse? A. To allow for future recycling of materials B. To send everything to the same landfill Question 2 Which economic benefit is mentioned in the text regarding recycling? A. Increased overhead for the government B. Reduced overhead and waste disposal costs Discussion Practice (Tự luận đầy đủ) 1. Environmental Benefits "In your view, how does recycling benefit the environment?" Show Band 8.0+ Answer Recycling offers multi-dimensional environmental protection . Firstly, it facilitates the efficient use of natural resources by processing inorganic waste into new products, thereby reducing the demand for raw materials. Secondly, it contributes to the conservation of energy , as manufacturing from recycled goods is often less intensive than using virgin materials. Ultimately, it mitigates ecological degradation by saving landfill space and preventing the dissemination of pollutants into the soil and air. 2. Urban Impact "In your opinio...