Stages and Methods of Recycling Plastic Waste

Currently, the problem of recycling polymer waste materials is becoming relevant not only due to environmental protection but also due to the shortage of polymer raw materials. From 1 kg of waste (polyethylene terephthalate, polypropylene, low-density polyethylene, high-density polyethylene), 0.8 kg of secondary raw materials are obtained. The popularity of plastic is explained by its lightness, economy, ease of use. Also, the production of plastic requires 21% less energy than the production of glass. read more