재활용과 새활용

What is upcycling?

• A process of breaking down waste into raw materials for new products.

• An activity that adds ideas and design to discarded resources to create high-value products.

• The act of disposing of waste in an environmentally friendly manner.

• A method of reducing waste by simply reusing items as they are.

What are some examples of products made through upcycling shown in the video?

• New plastic bottles, glass containers, and metal cans.

• Clothing and accessories from PET bottles, bags from firefighting suits, and wallets from leather seats.

• Fresh produce, organic fertilizers, and compost.

• Electronic devices, car parts, and construction materials.

How has the upcycling industry in Korea grown between 2014 and 2020?

• The number of companies decreased, but sales increased.

• Both the number of companies and sales decreased.

• Both the number of companies and sales significantly increased.

• Sales remained stagnant, while the number of companies slightly increased.

What efforts is the Ministry of Environment making to support the upcycling industry?

• Focusing solely on waste disposal and incineration.

• Operating regional upcycling hubs, supporting product prototyping, and improving business environments.

• Providing financial aid only to large corporations.

• Implementing strict regulations that hinder industry growth.

What is the ultimate goal of upcycling as presented in the video?

• To completely eliminate all forms of waste.

• To maximize profit for upcycling companies.

• To create a future where people, nature, industry, and environment coexist.

• To replace all new product manufacturing with upcycled goods.