This African factory turns trash into energy, clean water and bricks.
The short video clip highlights that the long-promoted belief in plastic recycling is largely a myth, as most plastics are non-recyclable and chemical recycling processes are energy-intensive and inefficient. It criticizes the export of plastic waste from developed nations to poorer countries, particularly in Africa, where the waste often causes environmental damage and public health crises.
Instead, this coverage advocates for waste-to-energy as a practical solution. By converting waste into electricity, Africa could generate up to 58 million MWh annually—enough to power industrial growth and provide energy access to hundreds of millions—while addressing its growing waste problem.
