VIRGIN PLASTIC

VS
RECYCLABLE PLASTIC
MADE BY :
KAAVYA MISRA
VII-D
 WHAT IS VRIGIN PLASTIC ?
•Definition
•Plastic that is produced directly from petrochemical feedstock (e.g., natural
gas or crude oil),
not recycled material
•Characteristics
•High purity
•Consistent quality
•Common Uses
•Packaging, automotive parts, medical devices
 WHAT IS RECYCLABLE PLASTIC ?

•Definition
•Plastic that has been reprocessed from recovered plastic material
•Characteristics
•May have slightly lower quality than virgin plastic
•Environmentally friendly
•Common Uses
•Bottles, containers, clothing fibers
 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS OF:
-VIRGIN PLASTIC
-RECYCLABLE PLASTIC
•Production Process •Production Process
•Less energy-intensive than
•Energy-intensive
•High carbon footprint producing virgin plastic
•Lower carbon footprint
•Waste Issues •Waste Reduction
•Non-biodegradable
•Decreases landfill waste
•Contributes to landfill and ocean
•Reduces the need for raw
pollution
materials
 ADVANTAGES OF:
-VIRGIN PLASTIC
-RECYCLABLE PLASTIC

•Quality and Durability •Sustainability

•High strength and longevity
•Consistency
•Uniform properties for
industrial applications
•Reduces environmental
impact
•Resource Efficiency
•Reuses existing materials,
conserving resources
 CONCLUSION:
•Understanding the Basics
•Virgin plastic is made from new petrochemical feedstock, whereas
recyclable plastic is made from reprocessed materials.
•Environmental Impact
•Virgin plastic production is energy-intensive and has a higher
carbon footprint, while recyclable plastic reduces waste and
conserves resources.
•Advantages and Challenges
•Virgin plastic offers high quality and consistency, but is less
sustainable. Recyclable plastic supports environmental
sustainability but may face quality and recycling process
challenges.
THANK YOU

KAAVYA MISRA
VII-D