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Essay 2 outline English
Principles of English Composition II (ENGL 1213)
University of Oklahoma
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Stasis of Plastics Issue I) II) Introduction A. plastic poses a threat to marine ecosystems. B. The environment has the most at stake. C. Plastic is produced from oil, which means oil companies are financial stakeholders. The largest oil producer in the world is ExxonMobil. D. Plastic is necessary in many industries. Most notably, the medical industry heavily relies on plastic for sanitary reasons. Stryker is one of the largest medical equipment manufacturing companies in the United States. They have a financial stake in the availability and use of plastic. E. Starbucks is the largest coffee company in the world. The vast majority of their beverages are served in plastic disposable hot or cold cups. F. Since the environment is a passive stakeholder, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) exists to speak on its behalf. The EPA keeps track of plastic recycling and landfill diversion, as well as a count of how much plastic is estimated to be in the ocean. G. Thesis: Though all the stakeholders acknowledge that plastic has potentially dangerous consequences to the environment, they are at a stasis of policy as everyone has different ideas on how to minimize those consequences. Even companies that rely on plastic for their livelihood are turning away from single use plastic, strongly encouraging recycling, and seeking alternatives. A. Starbucks will eliminate plastic straws from their stores 2020. They also have an incentive program to encourage customers to bring their own reusable cups. B. ExxonMobil claims to focus on sustainability in their business practices. According to their website, their six corporate citizenship focus areas are, environmental impacts, managing climate change risks, protecting safety and health, respecting human rights and security concerns, promoting economic development, and ensuring industryleading corporate (Frequently Asked Questions). Plastic production accounts for a significant amount of their industry, yet their sustainability concerns appear to entirely overlook that. C. Stryker Corporation produces single use medical devices, among other things. They have launched a program for doctors and hospitals to return the used items and have them sanitized and prepared for a second use. Not every product can be reused, but it shows concern for their environmental impact and willingness to cut down on waste. D. Because there are currently no laws in place regarding plastic, corporations are free to make their own choices regarding their production and reclaiming of it. Environmental Protection role A. The website includes a portion on free which focuses on plastic in the ocean and in freshwater bodies. B. According to the EPA, the best way to face the plastic problem is to eliminate waste at the source. Second to that is to recycle or compost, but most commercially available plastic is not compostable. The least preferred method to deal with waste is disposal. IV) V) VI) C. The EPA works to influence legislation regarding plastic use and to keep plastic out of waterways. Environment as a Stakeholder A. The environment has the most at stake but is unable to stand up for itself or propose legislation to affect positive change. B. New source: Toxicological Threats of Plastic (use source to show hazards of plastic in the marine environment). Conclusion A. There are many other people, companies, and entities that have a stake in the issues surrounding plastic. B. Many companies are going green and trying to reduce their plastic waste and production. C. The five stakeholders mentioned agree about many aspects of plastic, but no one agrees on how to proceed
Essay 2 outline English
Course: Principles of English Composition II (ENGL 1213)
University: University of Oklahoma
