The pie charts compare different types of waste disposed of in one country in 1960 and 2011.
Overall, paper was biggest type of waste in 1960, but food became largest category in 2011. Plastic and wood increased, while paper, textiles and other waste went down.
In 1960, paper accounted for 25%, which was highest figure. The textiles made up 17%, while food was 12%. The other waste also represented 12%. Green waste accounted for 9%, and metal and plastic were 8% each. Glass was 5%, while wood had 4%, making it smallest category.
In 2011, food became the biggest category with 21%. Plastic increased to 18%, but paper fell to 15%. The textiles decreased to 11%, while metal rose slightly to 9%. Green waste stayed at 9%, and glass remained 5%. Wood increased to 8%, but other waste dropped to only 4%.
