#environment

Fifty years ago, plastic products did not have a grip on our lives and households as they do today. Ceramic, glass, and clay jars, like the Egyptian water jug qolla, were used for storage, and metals like copper and tin were used for cooking and preserving food. Palm leaf baskets, cloth wraps, and parchments were the go-to for shopping and packaging. Garments were made from natural fibers like wool, cotton, leather, and linen. Reuse and repair were the norm, and…