The problem
Plastic pollution is a global crisis.
Most plastics are still not recovered at scale — pushing costs, emissions, and contamination downstream.
The numbers
359M
Metric tons of plastic produced annually.
9%
Estimated global recycling rate for plastics.
74%
Of plastic ends up in landfills.
2050
Oceans may contain more plastic than fish (by weight).
Source: Sporadicate product deck (Nov 2025).
What this means for operators
Municipalities, public services, and industrial operators face increasing pressure to:
Expand recyclable materials accepted
New and evolving regulations increasingly demand diversion beyond the traditional streams.
Reduce landfill dependency and cost exposure
Transport, gate fees, and contamination penalties are trending up.
Prove environmental performance
Stakeholders expect measurable outcomes — not just “collection”.