Plastics SA Reports Increased Recycled Plastics Usage and Improvements in South Africa's Recycling Rates
Plastics SA released its 2024 plastics consumption report, highlighting a 67% increase in recyclate consumption and a mechanical recycling rate of 28.4%. Total plastics recycled reached 471,000 tonnes, with significant growth in various polymers. The packaging sector leads plastic use, while challenges in waste management persist. Plastics SA calls for improved municipal waste systems and collaboration among stakeholders to enhance recycling efforts.
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Plastics SA reported a 67% increase in recyclate consumption for 2024, with mechanical recycling rates at 28.4%. Total recycled plastics reached 471,000 tonnes, indicating continued growth. The packaging sector accounts for 49.4% of plastics use, and diverse end-markets are emerging for recycled materials.
However, South Africa's waste management system faces challenges, with 36% of households lacking regular waste collection. The organization urges improvements in waste collection infrastructure, support for local recyclers, and collaboration among government, industry, and consumers to strengthen the circular economy.
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