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Plastic bottles are stocked to be recycled at the Weeco plastic recycling factory at the
Plastic bottles are stocked to be recycled at the Weeco plastic recycling factory at the Athi River industrial zone near Nairobi, Kenya, May 15, 2019. Picture taken May 15, 2019. REUTERS/Baz Ratner
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Bottle Building Climate Change Environmental Issue Industry Landfill Site Multiple Pile Plastic Recycling Rubbish Stacked Up Sustainable Development
22"x18" (58x48cm) Modern Frame
Bring the power of photography to your home or office with Media Storehouse Framed Prints. This captivating image by Baz Ratner of Reuters showcases the importance of recycling at the Weeco plastic recycling factory in Nairobi, Kenya. Witness the transformation of discarded plastic bottles into new life as they await processing. Add this inspiring and thought-provoking piece to your collection and make a statement about sustainability and environmental consciousness.
Wood effect frame, card mounted, 16x12 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 22x18 inches (58x48cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 39.6cm x 26.4cm (15.6" x 10.4")
Estimated Product Size is 57.9cm x 47.8cm (22.8" x 18.8")
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This print captures the immense stockpile of plastic bottles awaiting recycling at the Weeco plastic recycling factory in the Athi River industrial zone near Nairobi, Kenya. The image, taken on May 15,2019 by Baz Ratner for Reuters Images, serves as a stark reminder of the pressing environmental issue posed by plastic waste. The photograph showcases an exterior view of the factory building with a towering pile of discarded plastic bottles stacked up high against it. The sheer magnitude of this mound emphasizes the scale of our global reliance on single-use plastics and highlights the urgent need for sustainable solutions. In a world grappling with climate change and striving towards sustainable development, this image symbolizes both an environmental challenge and an opportunity for creative use. It prompts us to reflect on our consumption habits and consider how we can contribute to reducing landfill sites through responsible recycling practices. With no people present in the frame, this picture invites viewers to focus solely on its powerful message: that each bottle represents not just waste but also potential. By embracing innovative recycling methods like those employed at Weeco's facility, we can transform these discarded materials into valuable resources while minimizing their impact on our environment. In summary, this thought-provoking photo encapsulates a critical aspect of today's environmental discourse – highlighting both the problem and potential solutions surrounding plastic waste management.
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