Citizens strongly support this programme because they understand recycling's many positive attributes, including conserving natural resources, reducing pollution and preserving disposal capacity.
Some of the key areas highlighted included marine biodiversity conservation, ocean acidification, marine pollution, and the required investment in science and capacity development for transitioning to a blue-green economy.
In London, meanwhile, where road congestion and air pollution provide a decent argument for using government cash to subsidise rail journeys, there are now serious capacity constraints.