This Chinese woman is searching through the remains of a Hutong, looking for anything valuable. Most of the valuable items that will be found in this destruction will be recyclable materials that locals can give to the local Government in return for money. Because Beijing is one of the most polluted cities in the world, a scheme has been set up that rewards anyone who gives materials for recycling. It is often possible to see people riding bikes with trailers attached that are carrying an enormous amount of paper and cardboard to be recycled.