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Single Stream Recycling (Pros (It's easier for consumer (One bin is…
Single Stream Recycling
Pros
It's easier for consumer
One bin is simpler than three bins
Volume of recycled material is higher than for multi stream systems
estimates are that it increases volume by 20%
It's cheaper for municipalities
it reduces stop times for garbage trucks
Cons
bad for environment because more material gets sent to landfill
up to 30% more by some estimates
more expensive for recyclers
raw materials they receive are less pure
due to mechanization: machines aren't as good at separating stuff
Bad for Consumers
They pay more for recycled products
Costs of fiberglass insulation is more because production requires a high grade of glass