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The narrative begins with a candid acknowledgment: our recycling habits have not kept pace with our purchasing behaviors. In today’s world, we’re constantly upgrading—clothes, laptops, smartphones—and often disposing of items that are either unused or damaged beyond repair. This trend results in enormous quantities of waste that do not get reused or recycled properly, ending up prematurely in landfills or incinerators instead of being given a second life. The inefficiency in recycling exacerbates waste accumulation, contributing to environmental degradation.