One environmental law I’d really like my country to introduce is a nationwide “deposit-return scheme”¹ for drink containers. Under this law, whenever people buy a bottle or a can, they would pay a small extra deposit², perhaps 20 or 30 cents. They could get the money back simply by returning the empty container to a collection machine or a participating shop. I think people should follow this law because single-use plastic and metal packaging is a major source of litter³. It often ends up in parks, rivers, and eventually the ocean, where it can harm wildlife and spoil public spaces. Although recycling bins are available in many places, people do not always use them properly. A small financial incentive⁴ would make recycling much more convenient and rewarding. I believe the law would be fairly popular, especially among young people and environmentally conscious families. Some customers and shop owners might complain at first⁵ because it could make shopping slightly less convenient. However, once the system was well organised and collection points became easy to find, most people would probably accept it. It could also create jobs in recycling and waste-management services. Personally, I feel very positive about this law. It is practical rather than unrealistic, and it encourages people to change their habits without punishing them too harshly. In my view, protecting the environment does not always require huge sacrifices; sometimes, a simple system that gives people a clear reason to do the right thing can make a meaningful difference⁶.