A state is looking to adopt new management protocols for a metal resource within its borders. Two proposals are being considered. Determine whether each proposal will have a positive or negative impact on the environment and sustainability of the metal resource.

Question

Proposal 1: Offer free recycling services for the metal.
Proposal 2: Burn waste and recover the metal from the ash.
Proposal 1 will have a
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impact on the environment. It will have a
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impact on the sustainability of the metal resource.

Proposal 2 will have a
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impact on the environment. It will have a
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impact on the sustainability of the metal resource.

Answer 1

Proposal 1: Offer free recycling services for the metal.

Proposal 1 will have a positive impact on the environment. It will have a positive impact on the sustainability of the metal resource.

Proposal 2: Burn waste and recover the metal from the ash.

Proposal 2 will have a negative impact on the environment. It will have a negative impact on the sustainability of the metal resource.