Wednesday, May 29, 2019

Garbage Sorting in Japan and China


Garbage sorting is the process by which garbage is separated into different elements.
In Japan, garbage is not just something you can throw away easily. It is basically categorized into four different types: combustible, incombustible, oversized garbage, bottles and cans. Designated garbage bags are classified into colors (each city has different colors). Garbage collection dates, collection area, and collection rules differ depending on the area. There is a specific fee (about ¥1,600.00 – ¥5,000.00) to throw television, air conditioning, washing machine and refrigerator. 

In China, garbage can be divided into two categories: recyclable and non-recyclable. The importance of garbage classification has not drawn enough attention from the public in China. Many people are not well aware of whether a certain kind of garbage is recyclable. Therefore, China’s garbage sorting still has a long way to go.
                                 ——From DDROBO Robotics Smart Cleaning Team


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