The Current Situation surrounding Recycling of Waste Plastic Containers and Packaging

Abstract

This paper presents the current situation surrounding the recycling of waste plastic containers and packaging, an area that continues to face many unresolved problems especially concerning four items mentioned under the recycling obligation imposed by the Containers and Packaging Recycling Law.
The paper introduces performance data from recycling operators and coordination for the entire recycling system by the Japan Containers and Packaging Recycling Association (JCPRA). Some other issues that have arisen from the viewpoint of those living close to the recycling site are also included here. Based on the conclusions of the paper, the overall issues and the author′s view regarding the upcoming law revision are expressed as well.