Study finds unequal access to recycling facilities limits U.S. plastic recycling

Unequal access to recycling infrastructure hinders U.S. plastic recycling rates, a new study reveals. Wealthier, more educated communities have better access to recycling facilities, while less affluent areas face greater difficulty and expense due to fewer nearby options. The U.S. generates the most plastic waste per person globally, with recycling rates lagging behind other nations.