environmental

When it comes to recycling in Korea there are a lot of strict regulations and policies compared to other countries. In Korea garbage is separated into common garbage (일반쓰레기), food waste (음식물쓰레기), recyclables (재활용품), and large waste objects (대형페기물). However, each garbage category has its own separate regulation which causes a lot of confusion to foreigners who come from countries where recycling is not mandatory. It is important to adjust and follow Korean regulations since improper disposal can lead to warnings or (at the worst) to fines.