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    Plastic Recycling Process and Statistics

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    Background
    • Plastic production has doubled every 15 years since 1950s
    • Most plastics are derived from petroleum, a non-renewable resource
    • Only 9% of total plastic production has been recycled
    Recycling Process Steps
    • Collection: Proper disposal of plastic waste at recycling facilities
    • Sorting: Machines separate plastics by type, color, or manufacturing method
    • Washing: Removes labels, adhesives, and food residue
    • Resizing: Shredding or granulating plastic into small particles
    • Identification: Testing for density, air classification, melting point, and color
    • Compounding: Melting and forming plastic pellets for new products
    Recyclable Plastics
    • Numbers 1, 2, 4 & 5 (PET/PPE) can be recycled
    • Numbers 3, 6, 7 (PVC, polystyrene) cannot be recycled
    • Most common plastic bottles and food containers can be recycled
    Environmental Impact
    • Recycling reduces fossil fuel use and greenhouse gas emissions
    • 79% of remaining plastic ends up in landfills
    • Recycled plastic products include furniture, carpets, and artificial fleece

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