Summary:
- This article discusses what happens to recycled plastics in Rhode Island. It explains that most recycled plastics in the state are actually sent to other countries, where they may end up in landfills or the ocean.
- The article highlights the challenges of recycling plastics, such as the high cost of processing them and the lack of domestic markets for recycled materials.
- It also discusses efforts by the state of Rhode Island to improve its recycling system and reduce plastic waste, including investing in new recycling facilities and promoting the use of reusable bags.