Talking Rubbish - The Recycling Podcast 19. Breaking down compostable plastic
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Dec 5, 2024 The discussion dives into the growing trend of compostable plastics and their recycling challenges. Learn why these materials are complex to collect and the distinctions between biodegradable and compostable. The hosts also tackle the intricacies of recycling electrical appliances and explore the implications of mismanaging rubber bands and beer bottle lids. With humor and insight, they encourage listeners to rethink their recycling habits and understand sustainable packaging options.
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Quality Street Tub Hunt
- James Piper had to replace a Quality Street tub promised to a podcast listener.
- It required driving to multiple stores to find a cardboard version, highlighting the limited availability of sustainable packaging.
Cardboard Contamination
- A Guardian article blames plastic bottles for winter recycling issues, despite the core problem being wet cardboard.
- This misdirection obscures the real challenges of cardboard recycling in wet weather.
Electrical Take-Back Schemes
- Retailers are legally obligated to take back old electrical items when you buy a new one.
- Use this 'take-back' scheme to recycle electricals responsibly.