The document discusses different types of plastic waste and how they can be recycled. It describes polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastic waste, which is thrown in yellow containers and can be recycled into new PET products. It also mentions how polyvinyl chloride (PVC) can be recycled into items like pipes, siding, and flooring. The document lists various plastic types like polyethylene, polypropylene, polystyrene, and polycarbonate that can be treated and recycled into new products like industrial cans, street furniture, clothing, and building materials.