高质量发展蓝皮书：打通社区、县域回收节点“最后一公里”

Core Viewpoint - The "High-Quality Development Blue Book: China Economic High-Quality Development Report (2025)" indicates that China's economic high-quality development index is projected to reach 40.52 in 2024, representing a 24.95% increase since 2015. The report emphasizes the importance of a modern recycling system as a foundational project for promoting resource recycling and the exchange of old consumer goods for new ones [1]. Group 1: Recycling Infrastructure - The report suggests improving the last mile of recycling networks by establishing smart recycling stations in urban areas, equipped with features like automatic identification, weighing, and point redemption for various categories of recyclables [1]. - In rural areas, it recommends building centralized sorting centers to address the scattered nature of recycling points, ensuring effective collection and processing of old items [1]. Group 2: Digital Upgrades - The recycling network should undergo a digital transformation, utilizing AI visual recognition systems to automate the assessment of recyclable items and their value, thereby minimizing human intervention [2]. - The integration of IoT tracking chips will provide each recycled item with a "digital ID," ensuring traceability throughout the recycling process [2]. Group 3: Legal and Regulatory Framework - There is a need to enhance the legal and regulatory framework for recycling, with companies being held accountable for the entire lifecycle of their products [3]. - The establishment of an Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) system is recommended, which would set recycling rate targets for different product categories and monitor compliance through big data platforms [3]. Group 4: Consumer Engagement - To boost consumer participation in recycling programs, the report suggests incorporating recycling actions into carbon accounts, allowing residents to earn carbon credits that can be exchanged for public services or tax deductions [4]. - It also advocates for the standardization of second-hand goods trading and the establishment of certification mechanisms for refurbished products to enhance consumer trust and participation [4].