Recycling is the re-inclusion of recyclable wastes in the production process by going through various processes. The need for recycling arose with resource constraints caused by wars.
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Purpose of Recycling
The purpose of recycling; to prevent the depletion of resources and to reduce the amount of waste. Materials such as glass, paper, aluminum, plastic, batteries, motor oil are recycled and reused, which plays an important role in the country's economy. It also prevents problems such as the storage and transportation of solid waste in countries.
How to Recycle?
The recycling process takes place in four stages.
Separate Collection at Source:
1- Separate Collection at the Source
Evaluable wastes are collected by separating them from the garbage where they are generated.
2- Classification
Wastes collected separately at source are classified on the basis of glass, metal-plastic and paper.
3- Evaluation
Waste returns to the economy as a new material by undergoing physical and chemical changes.
4- Bringing the New Product to the Economy
The recycled product is used as a new material.
Benefits of Recycling
It provides protection of natural resources and energy saving. It simplifies landfill operations by reducing the amount of waste. It prevents pollution of the air and the environment. It prevents useful waste from being wasted. It contributes to the economy.
Recyclable Materials
Chemical waste
Pine
Paper
Aluminum
Plastic
batteries
Engine oil
accumulators
Concrete
organic waste
Electronic waste
iron
textile
Wooden
Metal