Living Green - Episode 86 - Futuristic Recycling Waste Centres

A new recycling facility in the UK uses advanced technology to sort dry recyclable waste like metals, plastic, paper, and cans, processing up to 50,000 tons weekly. The facility employs light beams and air jets to identify and sort materials, which are then compressed and traded. Future plans include recycling textiles and CDs, aiming to boost regional recycling targets.

What types of materials does the new recycling facility in the UK initially sort?

• Food waste and electronics

• Metals, plastic, paper, and cans

• Textiles and glass

• Wood and rubber

How much waste can the facility process each week?

• 10,000 tons

• 25,000 tons

• 100,000 tons

• 50,000 tons

What technology does the facility use to sort materials?

• Light beams and air jets

• Magnets and conveyor belts

• Water jets and lasers

• Robotic arms and sensors

What happens to the materials after they are sorted in the facility?

• They are used to generate energy

• They are compressed and stacked for trading

• They are incinerated

• They are sent to landfills

What additional materials does the facility plan to recycle in the future?

• Glass and ceramics

• Organic waste and wood

• Textiles, CDs, and CD cases

• Batteries and electronics