<p>For years, China processed more than half of the world’s recycling. Then, in 2018, it stopped. Things have gotten messy since then.</p>

For years, China processed more than half of the world’s recycling. Then, in 2018, it stopped. Things have gotten messy since then.

China Doesn't Want Your Trash

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