Global Practices and Trends
Global Trends There is a growing global trend towards more sustainable waste management practices, including increased emphasis on garbage classification, recycling, and waste reduction
Purpose
The main purpose of garbage classification is to reduce the amount of waste sent to landfills, preserve natural resources, and protect the environment
Recyclable Waste
Plastic Plastics can be recycled into new products, such as bottoms, containers, and clothing It's important to rinse plastic items before recycling them to remove any food residue Glass Glass can be recycled into new glass products, such as bottles and windows It's important to separate different colors of glass before recycling them Metal Metals such as aluminum, steel, and copper can be recycled into new metal products Metals are often recycled because they are valuable and can be reused indefinitely Paper Paper can be recycled into new paper products, such as newspapers, notebooks, and packaging