How Plastic, Glass and Paper Move through the Recycling System

Much of the U.S. uses single-stream recycling, where plastic, glass and paper go into one bin. Here’s what happens to that material and ways engineering is trying to improve the process

Apr 23, 2025 - 00:09
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How Plastic, Glass and Paper Move through the Recycling System

Much of the U.S. uses single-stream recycling, where plastic, glass and paper go into one bin. Here’s what happens to that material and ways engineering is trying to improve the process