Recycling

Recycling is the process of collecting, processing, and reusing materials that would otherwise be discarded as waste. It involves the transformation of waste products into new materials or products, thereby conserving natural resources, reducing energy consumption, and minimizing environmental pollution. The recycling process typically includes the steps of collection (gathering recyclable materials), sorting (separating materials by type), cleaning (removing contaminants), and processing (breaking down the materials into raw forms for manufacturing). Commonly recycled materials include paper, glass, metals, and certain plastics. By promoting the reuse of materials, recycling contributes to sustainability and helps in reducing the amount of waste sent to landfills. It plays a vital role in fostering a circular economy, where materials are kept in use for as long as possible, and their value is recovered at the end of their life cycle.