Polystyrene is popular for being versatile and cheap. However, it’s bad for the environment. Every year, the world makes 15.6 million tonnes of polystyrene. This accounts for about 30% of all landfill waste and 20% of stuff people throw on the ground. Sadly, only 12% of it gets recycled. This shows we need better polystyrene…
Polystyrene products are everywhere in our lives, especially in packaging and food services. It makes us wonder, can we recycle polystyrene in our bins? Sadly, only some local councils accept items like foam egg cartons and meat trays for recycling. This makes recycling polystyrene a bit of a puzzle for many of us. EPS is…
Polystyrene foam, also known as Styrofoam, is everywhere in packaging and food containers. But, most curbside recycling doesn’t take it because recycling it is hard. It’s important to know the recycling rules in your area to dispose of it right. In places like Los Angeles and its nearby areas, you can recycle polystyrene in your…