Paper recycling

Disposable paper cups may cause many diseases due to the heavy metal they release into the hot drink as soon as they come into contact, an expert has said.

"Heavy metals released into the drink cause anemia, hormonal and reproductive disorders, and cardiovascular diseases," said professor Mine Kuçur, a medical biochemistry specialist.

The latest investment in the paper recycling industry aims to increase production to 5 million tons per year by 2020, the Waste Paper and Recyclers Association (AGED) said.