Environment
The ecological aspect should be a priority when deciding on the use of production waste. The benefits of recycling are undeniable. By reusing waste, its volume is reduced, and so is environmental pollution. Recycling has undeniable advantages as it directly contributes to sustainable development.
Secondary raw materials are more energy-efficient because they do not need to be transported over long distances, like oil, for example. Additionally, they do not require extensive processing to achieve a pure state, as aluminum from bauxite does. Besides saving energy, recycling processes are also more environmentally friendly, as they often cause less air and water pollution.
Decision - Approval for issuing the operational rules for a waste recovery facility
The table provides an overview of energy savings in the production of the most commonly used materials:
| Material | Energy Efficiency |
|---|---|
| Steel | 74 % |
| Aluminum | 95 % |
| Copper | 85 % |
| Lead | 65 % |
| Paper | 64 % |
| Plastics | 80 % |