Recycling Trade Chain
Importance of Recycling
Contribution to Economy
70% of plastic waste is recycled in the country. Saves $1 billion in the year 2014 by avoiding import of virgin resin.
Environmental
17,000 Ton/Year of Plastic waste goes into landfills.
Employment
50 SMEs have created employment in BD.
Energy
Recycling 1 Ton of plastic saves 1000-2000 gallons of gasoline.
Space Saving
Recycling 1 Ton Plastic saves 7.4 CBM yards of landfill.
Advantages of Recycling
- Reduces the amount of waste sent to landfills and incinerators
- Conserves natural resources such as timber, water and minerals
- Increases economic security by tapping a domestic source of materials
- Prevents pollution by reducing the need to collect new raw materials
- Saves energy and Promotes lifestyle