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Length: 11 pages
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Abstract
Every year, Americans generate 180 million tons of solid waste, 70% of which goes into landfills. Since 1979, the United States has exhausted more than two-thirds of its landfills; another one-fifth will close over the next five years. Solving the problem will require a new understanding between industry and government--an understanding that combines industry competence and government authority. At the moment, the two sides seem mired in an unfortunate combination of good intentions and failed systems. A classic example that epitomizes the problem is the recycling of plastics.
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Abstract
Every year, Americans generate 180 million tons of solid waste, 70% of which goes into landfills. Since 1979, the United States has exhausted more than two-thirds of its landfills; another one-fifth will close over the next five years. Solving the problem will require a new understanding between industry and government--an understanding that combines industry competence and government authority. At the moment, the two sides seem mired in an unfortunate combination of good intentions and failed systems. A classic example that epitomizes the problem is the recycling of plastics.