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Ringlussevõtt, also known as recycling, is the process of collecting and reprocessing materials that would otherwise be thrown away as trash and turning them into new products. This practice is a key component of modern waste reduction and is the third component of the "reduce, reuse, and recycle" waste hierarchy. Recycling can benefit our communities and the environment in many ways.

The process of recycling typically involves collecting recyclable materials such as paper, plastic, glass, and metal from homes, businesses, and public spaces. These materials are then sorted at a recycling facility, where they are cleaned and processed. For example, paper is pulped, plastic is melted down, and glass and metal are crushed. These raw materials are then used by manufacturers to create new products.

The benefits of ringlussevõtt are significant. It conserves natural resources by reducing the need to extract raw materials from the earth, which can be an energy-intensive and environmentally damaging process. Recycling also saves energy, as manufacturing products from recycled materials often requires less energy than producing them from virgin resources. Furthermore, it reduces the amount of waste sent to landfills and incinerators, thereby decreasing pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. Economic benefits include job creation in the recycling and manufacturing industries.