Why do we need to Recycling ?

What is Recycling?

Recycling is the process of converting waste materials into new materials and objects. This concept often includes the recovery of energy from waste materials. The recyclability of a material depends on its ability to reacquire the properties it had in its original state. It is an alternative to "conventional" waste disposal that can save material and help lower greenhouse gas emissions. It can also prevent the waste of potentially useful materials and reduce the consumption of fresh raw materials, reducing energy use, air pollution (from incineration) and water pollutipn  (from landfilling).

 8 reasons why do we need to Recycle:

1. Recycling is a critical component of waste  reduction. It is the third component of what something commonly known as the 3R’s – reduce, reuse, and recycle.

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2. Recycling reduces the impact that manufactured materials have on the environment. It also reduces the need to extract, refine, and process new materials through mining, quarrying, and logging.

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3. Recycling saves energy, conserves raw materials, and reduces greenhouse gases. Resource extraction is an energy-intensive activity that creates both air and water pollution.

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4. Recycling can also prevent the waste of potentially useful materials and reduce the consumption of natural resources. For example, some materials, such as plastics, take hundreds of years to degrade and decompose. 

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5. Recycling prevents materials from ending up in a landfill or incinerator and ensures they are processed into new material.

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6. Recycling has many societal benefits. It generates economic security by tapping into domestic markets and creating jobs locally.

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7. Recycling has many benefits for the environment. It is a critical component of ensuring asustainable future.

                            

8.Recycling helps tackle climate change, and it also:

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• Conserves raw materials

• Reduces litter

• Reduces pollution

• Reduces land needed for landfill space

• Creates jobs

• Alleviates poverty

• Encourages community participation

How Does Recycling Work?

Separating, collecting, and re-manufacturing used products into new materials.

Step 1: Collection

Recyclable materials are often collected through curbside programs, drop-off centers, and deposit or refund programs. Once the recyclable products and materials are collected, they are sent to a facility where they are prepared and then sold to processing companies.

Step 2: Processing

Once the processing companies receive the recycled materials, they are sorted, cleaned, and processed into materials that can be used for manufacturing.

Step 3: Manufacturing

All recyclables need to be broken down, melted, or liquified. Then they can make new materials or mix them with resources to create new materials.The resulting recycled processed materials are sold as raw materials. These recycled raw materials are then used to make household items, such as newspapers, paper towels, aluminum cans, plastic and glass containers, and plastic laundry detergent bottles, among many other things.

Step 4: Ready for Consumption

The resulting products made from recycled materials are then ready for consumption. This step closes the loop as consumers buy new products made from recycled materials. Consumers often don’t even realize the products they purchase are manufactured from recycled materials.

References:

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