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The Future of Plastic Recycling: Game-Changing Innovations and Policies
Plastics have become an indispensable part of modern life. From keeping food fresh to ensuring medical supplies remain sterile, their versatility, light weight, durability, and cost-effectiveness make them essential. Yet the very attributes that make plastics so valuable — strong and long-lasting — are creating an environmental crisis. Why Does Plastic Recycling Matter? The staggering statistics of plastic’s lifecycle underscore the urgency to address plastic waste efficiently. According to a UN report, the world produces 400 million tons of plastics every year, yet only 9% of plastic waste gets recycled, 12% is incinerated, and the remainder finds its way into…