Scrunch Time: Tackling the Soft Plastics Recycling Challenge
Release Date: 05/16/2024
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info_outlineWelcome back to What's Up in Waste! Today, we're tackling the sticky issue of soft plastics – those tricky materials like snack wrappers and shopping bags that make our lives easier but are tough to recycle.
We'll break down the different types of soft plastics, from the lightweight LDPE in bread bags to the sturdy HDPE in milk jugs and versatile polypropylene in takeaway containers. Discover why these materials are such a recycling nightmare and the innovative solutions being developed to overcome these challenges.
We'll also explore the global fight against plastic waste, from the UN's ambitious Global Plastics Treaty to Australia's bold national waste targets and the recent $60 million fund to tackle hard-to-recycle plastics. Learn about cutting-edge technologies like AI-enhanced sorting, e-waste plastic recovery, and enzymatic recycling that promise to revolutionise plastic waste management.
Find out how you can make a difference by reducing, cleaning, and properly recycling soft plastics. Join us for a fun and intriguing look at how we can all contribute to a greener, cleaner future.
Thanks for tuning in to What's Up in Waste. Stay with us for more exciting insights into waste innovation. Until next time!
For more insights and sources, check out the Show Notes: https://www.layingwastemedia.com.au/plasticwastechallenge