Gypsum recycling

Alright kiddo, so let me tell you about gypsum recycling. You know how we use drywall to make walls and ceilings in our homes and buildings? Well, drywall is made of a material called gypsum, kinda like how cookies are made of flour.

Now, when we build or renovate a building, a lot of leftover drywall is created. It's kinda like having leftover cookie dough after you cut out all your cookies. But instead of throwing it away like we sometimes do with the dough, we can recycle the leftover gypsum!

Here's how it works: first, the leftover drywall is collected and brought to a recycling facility, kinda like a special cookie factory that only makes recycled cookies. The drywall is then crushed into smaller pieces, like how we sometimes crush up cookie pieces to make crusts or toppings.

After that, the gypsum pieces are heated up really hot, like how we sometimes bake cookies in the oven. This turns the gypsum into a powder, which can then be used to make new drywall. So, it's like taking leftover cookie dough, squishing it into crumbs, baking it again, and using it to make more cookies!

Not only is gypsum recycling good for the environment because it reduces waste, but it also saves energy because it takes less energy to recycle gypsum than it does to make new gypsum from scratch. So, it's a win-win for everyone!