Proposal: We measure how good we are at being citizens of Earth by how we deal with our "rubbish". Do we consider it a valuable resource to be reused (mature approach, based on understanding planetary cycles), or do we just push it off to Away (childish denial). Current score: Could Do Better...
@helenczerski It's also about consuming less, repairing and reusing what we have and potentially upcycling before considering recycling / waste