What countries are taking recycling serious?

Question

What countries are taking recycling serious?

Answer 1

China obviously, because that is where all the rubbish from the 'recycling' bags and bins is sent to be picked over.   (by small children working for pennies).

Answer 2

Japan definitely. They've been practicing it for years, it's part of their lifestyle.

Answer 3

Some countries like Germany and Japan.

Where residents must separate the trash into different categories before they can throw them.