I WONDER - Are There Any Problems With Landfills?

The video discusses the significant amount of waste in landfills that is recyclable, highlighting the challenges in recycling due to improper practices and lack of awareness. It emphasizes the importance of recycling paper waste, which constitutes 30% of landfill waste, and can be easily recycled into new paper and cardboard. Additionally, it covers the topic of food waste, which makes up 18% of landfill waste, and can be composted at home to reduce methane emissions, turning it into nutrient-rich soil for growing new food.

What is one reason why a large amount of recyclable waste ends up in landfills?

• People are unaware of recycling methods.

• Recyclable materials are too heavy.

• Recycling facilities are too far away.

• Recycling is too expensive.

What percentage of landfill waste is made up of paper waste?

• 10%

• 30%

• 50%

• 70%

What can paper waste be recycled into?

• Plastic bottles

• Metal cans

• Glass jars

• New paper and cardboard

What percentage of landfill waste is food waste?

• 35%

• 25%

• 18%

• 10%

What is a benefit of composting food waste?

• It increases landfill space.

• It reduces water usage.

• It creates nutrient-rich soil.

• It produces more methane.