Highlighters vs Pencil Crayons
Left: Highlighters
Right: Pencil Crayons
Highlighters and pencil crayons are both commonly used for marking and emphasizing text, but there are some differences between them when it comes to their impact on the environment.
Firstly, highlighters are typically made of plastic, which is a non-biodegradable material. When highlighters are disposed of, they can take hundreds of years to decompose, contributing to plastic pollution in landfills and in the environment.
On the other hand, pencil crayons are made of wood and colored wax or pigment. While the production of wooden pencils does require cutting down trees, responsible forestry practices can help ensure the sustainability of the wood used. Additionally, pencil crayons do not contain any plastic, making them a more eco-friendly alternative to highlighters.
Using pencil crayons instead of highlighters can also help reduce waste. When a highlighter runs out of ink, it is typically thrown away, whereas a pencil crayon can be sharpened and used until it is completely used up. Pencil crayons also don’t bleed through the paper like highlighters.
pencil crayons as highlighter
In conclusion, using pencil crayons instead of highlighters can be a more environmentally friendly choice. Not only are they made of sustainable materials, but they also generate less waste and contribute less to plastic pollution.
