recyclable
Americanadjective
Example Sentences
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“At the end of the day, a product isn’t recyclable if it doesn’t get recycled, and it isn’t compostable if it doesn’t get composted. Deception is never in the public interest,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times
Other plastics, including ones promoted as highly recyclable, such as clear polyethylene bottles, which hold some medications, or hard water bottles, are being recycled at just 16%.
From Los Angeles Times
Solar panels are mostly recyclable, made of glass, aluminium, silver, and polymers - but trace toxic metals like lead and cadmium can pollute soil and water if mishandled.
From BBC
The plan suggests the state should evaluate the federal government’s exemptions and exclusions for recyclable streams of hazardous waste.
From Los Angeles Times
Solar panels line the roof, and a wooden bike shed adds to the eco-friendly appeal of the project -- which aligns with upcoming EU legislation requiring all packaging to be recyclable by 2030.
From Barron's
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