Plastic Recycling

Plastic recycling is the method of gathering waste plastic and reconverting them to new and useful plastic products.

Common Recycled Plastics

PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) is a popular thermoplastic. This material is thin and is perfect for producing low-pressure products. Clothing fibers and soft drink bottles are popular products made from PET.

PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) is another thermoplastic. It is also one of the commonly used plastic materials around the world. PVC is used to produce wires, pipes, bottles and clings films.

HDPE (High Density Poly Ethylene)is also a thermoplastic. It is softer and more flexible compared to PVC. Examples are gallons and pipes.

LPDE (Low Density Poly Ethylene) is used to make plastic bags. Sometimes, it is not easy to recycle this material.

PS is a polymer. Examples are plastic cutlery and yogurt containers.

Benefits of Plastic Recycling

• Reduces the amount of trash that ends up in the oceans.
• Creates new jobs.
• Creates additional revenue for the government and private organizations.
• Reduces the release of carbon dioxide and harmful gases into the environment.
• Saves petroleum that producers may use to make new plastics.
• Lessens the energy that manufacturers consume in creating new products.
• Prevents global warming.
• Encourages a Sustainable Lifestyle among People