kierrätyn

Kierrätys is the Finnish word for recycling. It refers to the process of collecting and reprocessing waste materials to create new products. This practice aims to reduce the amount of waste sent to landfills, conserve natural resources, and decrease pollution.

The recycling process typically begins with the separation of waste into different categories, such as paper, plastic, glass, metal, and organic waste. These separated materials are then collected by waste management services and transported to recycling facilities. At these facilities, the materials undergo further sorting, cleaning, and processing to be transformed into raw materials for manufacturing new goods.

Commonly recycled items in Finland include paper and cardboard, which are used to produce new paper products, and various types of plastic, which can be remade into new plastic containers, textiles, or building materials. Glass bottles and jars are melted down and reformed into new glass products, while metal items like aluminum cans and steel scraps are reprocessed into new metal products. Organic waste, such as food scraps and yard trimmings, can be composted to create nutrient-rich soil.

Finland has a well-established recycling infrastructure, with widespread availability of recycling points and collection services. The country encourages its citizens to participate in recycling through public awareness campaigns and educational programs. Effective recycling is a key component of Finland's waste management strategy and its commitment to a circular economy, where resources are kept in use for as long as possible.