Garbage sorting — latest ecology news

Countries that have been successful in collecting single-use plastics use REW and a deposit-return system

City officials emphasize that the quality of separate waste collection depends largely on residents’ environmental awareness

Globally, only 21% of waste is recycled, while 30% is simply dumped in open areas or not collected at all

Clearing leaves from parks in the fall is a waste of fuel for transportation and a theft of fertilizer from the ecosystem

Residents can dispose of hazardous waste free of charge

In 2026, food waste became a central issue, as humanity throws away one-fifth of the food available

It’s best to start with one type of waste and then add other types later

Residents can dispose of waste that cannot be thrown away in a regular trash can free of charge

Communities are already deciding on the allocation of land plots for construction

Reasons range from imperfect waste management at the state and municipal levels to people's lack of eco-friendly habits

Special vehicles will operate according to schedule in various areas of populated areas

Instead of glass and plastic in separate containers, residents habitually throw all waste into one bin