A new technology turns everyday trash into plastic treasure. Those bins, made with UBQ pellets, can be recycled in the future using the UBQ process. In 2018, China blocked the import of most plastic waste, essentially forcing more into landfills around the world. CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE: A machine blends additives and colors to the melted trash material during a final stage at UBQ’s plant in Israel. A machine blends additives and colors to the melted trash material during a final stage at UBQ’s plant in Israel.

Source: Washington Post November 18, 2019 13:52 UTC