Dispute: The Amherst Styrofoam Ban
The topic I would like to discuss is the Amherst Styrofoam Ban. Several districts have outlawed this product due to new regulations. Styrofoam, a common product used at restaurants, offices, and in packages, is a product that is valued for its high insulation capacity and buoyancy. However, its negative effects on human health and environment outweigh the benefits and efficiency. Due to its inability to biodegrade, the toxins released during its production prompted new policies for a safer environment. The town of Amherst banned use of styrofoam in all sorts of businesses, especially in the food services which heavily rely on this product. This product causes a lot of environmental damage where non-degradable products are excreted into the