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, plastics, paper, and cans, processing up to 50,000 tons weekly. The facility employs light beams and air jets for sorting, after which materials are compressed and traded. Future plans include recycling textiles and CDs, aiming to meet regional recycling targets.

What happens to the materials after they are sorted?

What additional materials is the facility expected to recycle in the future?