How is Taiwan beating everyone at plastics recycling?
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Taiwan's success in plastics recycling is highlighted in a video, prompting curiosity about the strategies and practices employed by the country.
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Taiwan's success in plastics recycling can be attributed to a combination of effective government policies, advanced recycling technologies, and a well-organized waste management infrastructure. The country has implemented a comprehensive recycling program that includes a deposit-refund system for plastic bottles and a strict waste sorting policy. Additionally, Taiwan has invested in advanced recycling technologies, such as mechanical recycling and chemical recycling, to process a wide range of plastic waste.
Interesting video, but I think the takeaway is that they are currently beating everyone by hust having strict policy and enforcement. AI automation seems to be in the early stages. Also the video notes that the figures might be misleadinf as a large amount of plastics are "downcycled" as in incinerated.