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epa02727213 Seagulls fly over a waste disposal in Kesennuma, Miyagi Prefecture, northeastern Japan, 11 May 2011. The 11 March earthquake and tsunami turned entire coastal cities into rubble creating an estimate amount of 100 million tons of waste. Such an amount will have an impact of the recovery speed and on the environment of the affected area. EPA/FRANCK ROBICHON

Ever Wondered What Islam Has to Say About Waste and Environmental Sustainability?

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“But waste not by excess: for Allah loveth not the wasters” (Quran 6:141) When it comes to the topic of waste, there’s one thing for sure: Islam isn’t indifferent. The concept of waste (Israaf) comes up considerably in the Quran and there are no blurred lines. It’s crystal clear: it’s never excused. On a religious and…