CLEAN : From window to jug: Lebanese recycle glass from Beirut blast

The video discusses an initiative to repurpose shattered glass from an explosion in Beirut. The project involves collecting glass, which would otherwise end up in landfills, and supplying it to local industries as raw material. This effort not only helps the environment by reducing waste but also supports local businesses and creates jobs. The initiative faces challenges due to the lack of proper recycling infrastructure in Lebanon.

What was the primary focus of the initiative discussed in the video?

• To export glass to other countries

• To use shattered glass as raw material

• To build new recycling plants

• To create new glass products

How did the organizers ensure the glass was suitable for industrial use?

• By testing it in industrial equipment

• By mixing it with other materials

• By melting it down first

• By exporting it for testing

What method was used to coordinate the collection of shattered glass?

• A dedicated website

• A WhatsApp hotline

• A local newspaper ad

• A radio broadcast

What was one of the benefits of the glass collection initiative?

• It led to the closure of landfills

• It increased the price of glass

• It provided free raw materials to local industries

• It reduced the cost of glass production

What challenge is mentioned regarding waste in Beirut?

• High cost of waste management

• Shortage of landfill space

• Excessive glass production

• Lack of proper recycling facilities

What additional benefit did the initiative create?

• It reduced the need for imports

• It created jobs for glass inspection

• It increased tourism

• It improved air quality

What was a key environmental benefit of the initiative?

• It reduced water pollution

• It diverted glass from landfills

• It increased biodiversity

• It decreased energy consumption