Global Overview
Worldwide recycling rates continue to improve. This report tracks key metrics across materials, regions, and industries to measure our collective progress toward circular economy goals.
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Materials Breakdown
Paper and cardboard lead recovery at 73%, followed by metals at 67% and glass at 54%. Plastics remain the greatest challenge at 29% global recovery.
Recommendations
Expand curbside programs, invest in advanced sorting technology, and implement extended producer responsibility frameworks across all material categories.