Government tackles growing waste problem

A pilot plan has been unveiled to ensure that major cities will sort and separate all household trash by the end of the decade. Zheng Jinran reports.

New measures have been announced that will require government offices, restaurants and businesses in 46 major cities to sort and separate all household trash, including hazardous waste, kitchen leftovers and recyclable materials, by 2020.

The aim is to reduce the environmental risks posed by growing piles of waste in landfills and public places.