Publications by authors named "Lorren Haywood"
The economic impacts of marine plastic debris in South Africa: A preliminary estimate.
Mar Pollut Bull
December 2024
Marine plastic debris can affect the delivery of ecosystem services and cause direct damage to affected industries; with resulting impacts on the economy. This paper applies a version of the benefits transfer method to provide a preliminary estimate of the economic impacts of marine plastic in South Africa, in terms of impacts on ecosystem services, direct damage to industry, and clean-up costs. The total economic impact associated with the plastic reaching South Africa's marine environment each year ranges between R3.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFWaste Disposal Practices in Low-Income Settlements of South Africa.
Int J Environ Res Public Health
August 2021
Domestic solid waste is rapidly increasing due to accelerated population growth and urbanization. Improper waste disposal poses potential health risks and environmental concerns. Here, we investigated waste disposal practices in relation to household/dwelling characteristics in South African low-income communities.
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- The circular economy (CE) offers an alternative to the traditional linear model of production and consumption, focusing on waste reduction, prolonged use of materials, and natural system regeneration, especially relevant for low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) in achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- CE implementation in LMICs is often informal and driven by economic hardship, but it poses environmental health risks due to hazardous working conditions and exposure to toxic materials.
- Despite these risks, embracing CE can positively contribute to several SDGs, particularly responsible consumption and sustainable urban development, if policymakers take proactive measures to protect vulnerable populations from its potential negative health impacts.