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Recycling is confusing sometimes. 
Why is this the case though? This week, we round up several things about recycling that can explain why.
https://www.biji-biji.com/4-reasons-why-recycling-is-confusing/
Why is this the case though? This week, we round up several things about recycling that can explain why.
https://www.biji-biji.com/4-reasons-why-recycling-is-confusing/
1, did you know that dirty plastics *can't* actually be recycled?
It's essential to avoid contamination of a batch of recyclables - any amount of contamination will render the entire batch unfit to be used to make goods
Be sure to clean and dry your recyclables!!
It's essential to avoid contamination of a batch of recyclables - any amount of contamination will render the entire batch unfit to be used to make goods
Be sure to clean and dry your recyclables!!
2, only certain types of plastics are recyclable.
In Malaysia, it's only practical to recycle plastic types 1, 2 and 5 - others depend on the availability of infrastructure, facilities and a market.
Even with Beyond Bins, we only accept clean and dried Type 2 and 5 plastics.
In Malaysia, it's only practical to recycle plastic types 1, 2 and 5 - others depend on the availability of infrastructure, facilities and a market.
Even with Beyond Bins, we only accept clean and dried Type 2 and 5 plastics.
3, the âotherâ, non-recyclable category that includes biodegradable plastics
Biodegradable plastic isn't necessarily better - these plastics may need other, special conditions to decompose - if it's stuck between layers of trash in the landfill it will not decompose!
Biodegradable plastic isn't necessarily better - these plastics may need other, special conditions to decompose - if it's stuck between layers of trash in the landfill it will not decompose!
4, recycling labels can mislead
Consumers may misinterpret the âchasing arrowsâ symbol to mean recyclability or recycled content in the product. ( https://www.oneplanetnetwork.org/sites/default/files/unep_ci_2020_can_i_recycle_this.pdf)
This may lead to more contamination of the recycling stream and undermine consumer confidence in recycling
Consumers may misinterpret the âchasing arrowsâ symbol to mean recyclability or recycled content in the product. ( https://www.oneplanetnetwork.org/sites/default/files/unep_ci_2020_can_i_recycle_this.pdf)
This may lead to more contamination of the recycling stream and undermine consumer confidence in recycling
We still need to recycle, though - it's still relevant and important.
And we're here to remind you that every small consideration, extra effort, and mindfulness will go a long way - it's for our planet, after all
And we're here to remind you that every small consideration, extra effort, and mindfulness will go a long way - it's for our planet, after all
