How To Guide To
Recycling
Recycling has become one of the best ways to
"save the world" today. Why? Because it is in
the reach of the average consumer. There are
several areas where the earth needs help, but as
the average person we do not always have control
over those areas, even if we want them. However,
by recycling, we are doing our part to reduce,
reuse, and ultimately, recycle.
How do I Start Recycling?
Starting recycling is very easy thanks to the
many services provided in our communities today.
Many households are taking advantage of these
services and now, with a little knowledge, so
can you.
Here's How!
1. Save Recyclables – You can tell what is
recyclable by looking at the bottom of the
container or material. There should be a
triangular type sign that indicates that it can
be recycled. Within this sign, there is
generally a number, this will tell you what type
of material it is, which will also help in
determining where to recycle.
2. Rinse and Clean – One of the key factors in
making a recyclable suitable is ensuring that
the container is clean and rinsed out.
3. Recycle – Many communities have drop off
locations in several areas. Perhaps in your area
this might be a business in which does the
recycling for you. On the other hand, such as in
my area, we have four stations set up in parking
lots of major businesses that gives us the
opportunity to drop off our recyclables whenever
necessary.
Those are the basics of recycling; however,
there is more:
What can you recycle?
• Glass
• Aluminum Cans – In some areas, you can make
money from recycling aluminum cans
• Plastic
• Tin
• Cardboard
• Paper
• Metals – Generally, must be taken to an
approved facility
• Motor Oil – At approved facilities
• Paint – At approved facilities
• Batteries – At approved Facilities
What is great about recycling is that nearly
everything we use in our lives can be recycled.
When you recycle a material, it is then taken to
a facility, cleaned, melted or otherwise
conformed into something new. Doing this is
actually saving our natural resources and
creating a cleaner, safer, and more enjoyable
environment.
Other Ways To Recycle
If you do not have facilities such as those
listed above or simply cannot get to them, find
out if your area has curbside collections. This
is different from the weekly garbage collection,
but has the same general idea. If offered, many
will offer special containers to place the
recyclables into and they will pick it up from
the curb, just as the garbage men do.
Why Recycle?
1. Saves Space in Landfills
2. Saves on Energy
3. Creates Jobs and Saves Money
4. Creates Less Pollution
5. Saves our Natural Resources
So remember the three "R's": Reduce, Reuse, and
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