Recycling Plastics

The video discusses the environmental impact of plastic waste, highlighting that 100 million tons are discarded annually. It explains the recycling processes for thermo softening and thermosetting plastics, noting the challenges in recycling the latter due to their stable chemical structure. Innovations in making plastics biodegradable are explored, though they still leave petrochemical residues. Ultimately, the video emphasizes reducing plastic production as the most effective solution for minimizing environmental harm.

Why is it challenging to separate different types of plastics during the recycling process?

What is considered the best solution to address plastic waste according to the text?