Jan 21, 2025 · Just 9% of plastics are recycled worldwide, meaning recycling alone will not solve the plastic waste issue and innovative solutions are needed. Reuse is the most powerful …

Apr 15, 2024 · Our discarded phones and appliances create an ever-growing global mountain of e-waste, but several recycling initiatives are helping tackle the challenge.

Jun 22, 2022 · These 25 recycling facts and statistics show the state of plastic, paper, aluminum, glass, electronic and food recycling, and the progress the world has to make.

May 3, 2021 · Additionally, while nearly all - 99% - of lead batteries are recycled, few lithium ion batteries are. According to some estimates, the rate could be less than 5%.

Jun 24, 2022 · From tennis balls to coffee grounds, these companies are finding novel ways to recycle and reuse our waste.

Jun 6, 2024 · Too many lithium-ion batteries are not recycled, wasting valuable materials that could make electric vehicles more sustainable and affordable. There is strong potential for the …

Apr 22, 2024 · How can recycled 'green metals' help the EU achieve it's net-zero pledge? 7 ways to boost e-waste recycling – and why it matters What is steel scrap and how can it help us …

Jan 17, 2023 · Recycled steel scrap is a low-emitting source of the metal – but we must improve how it is collected and produced in order to help decarbonize the steel industry.

Aug 25, 2021 · Just 9% of plastic waste created is recycled; Recycling rates could be 100% with improved waste management, an optimized recycling system and clever product design; To …

Oct 28, 2024 · The vast majority of children’s toys are still made of plastic, but the industry – currently worth $90 billion – is working to become more sustainable.