How to Reduce the Pollution Caused by MSW

Municipal solid waste (MSW) is a major source of environmental pollution, yet much of its plastic content is technically recyclable. Reducing pollution starts with better sorting, washing and recovery of the valuable materials inside the waste stream.

Sorting and recovery

Materials recovery facilities use sorting lines and screening to separate plastics, paper, metals and organics before they reach landfill. Recovering the recyclable fraction cuts landfill volume and keeps plastics out of the environment.

Recycling the recovered plastic

Recovered plastics — bottles, film and rigid containers — are then washed, separated and pelletized into raw material for new products. This closes the loop and gives mixed waste streams a second economic life.

Working together

All plastics are technically recyclable. Working together to convert plastic waste into reusable pellets not only reduces pollution but also creates value for recycling operators.

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