Abstract: The “double carbon” goal is a significant strategic decision for China, aimed at building a community with a shared future and achieving sustainable development. Constructing a green, low-carbon circular economic development system and enhancing the recycling of renewable resources were the key components to achieve the goal of “double carbon”. Three research methods of field visit, qualitative induction, and quantitative analysis were employed to investigate the recycling modes of recyclables in Huangpu district, Shanghai. The results indicated that the district had established a “recyclables” system, and the "points and stations" of recyclables had been basically covered. However, several challenges persisted, including site limitations, notable NIMBY effects, inadequate public awareness, variations in categorization, and insufficient engagement from recycling enterprises. These factors hindered the overall development of the classification system. Based on the current state of recyclable collection and transportation in Huangpu district, several policy suggestions were proposed, such as enhancing public awareness of fine classification, implementing rational facility planning, establishing a comprehensive digital supervision system, and providing differentiated subsidies for various recyclable categories.

Key words: Shanghai, Huangpu district, recyclables, recycling mode