Interesting exploration of the development of ceramic recycling. From TFA: Did you know that most ceramics today are not recycled? Unlike glass or metal, which

Interesting exploration of the development of ceramic recycling. From TFA: Did you know that most ceramics today are not recycled? Unlike glass or metal, which can be melted back down to make new products – ceramics are highly durable and heat-resistant. This makes it a challenging material to break down when a ceramic product is disposed of. ... The process of making ceramicware – which includes both porcelain and stoneware products – generates waste along its various steps: from the mixing of raw materials with water, to shaping, firing, glazing, and finally firing once again. And while waste up until the second firing can often be captured and added back into the production flow, being able to use waste after this second firing is where things can get tricky. This is because the second firing causes changes to the material, strengthening the chemical bonds. ...