Recycling is the process of collecting, processing and making reusable used or idle materials. This process is applied to protect natural resources, reduce environmental impacts and make waste management sustainable.
Recycling usually includes these steps:
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Collection: Collection of used materials is usually done through recycling bins or collection points. Recyclable materials are collected from homes, workplaces and public spaces.
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Separation: Collected materials are separated according to their types. Materials such as plastic, glass, paper and metal are divided into different groups.
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Processing: Separated materials are transported to processing facilities and cleaned, ground or melted. These processes make the materials reusable.
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Reuse or recycling: Processed materials can be used in the production of new products. For example, recycled paper can be used in the production of new paper products, recycled plastic can be used in the production of new plastic products.
Recycling helps prevent the depletion of natural resources, saves energy and reduces the amount of environmental waste. At the same time, it has positive effects on ecosystems and human health by reducing environmental pollution. Therefore, recycling is important for sustainability and environmental protection.
