Jake Anderson and Millennium Recycling focus on comprehensive collection and detail-oriented processing to offer recycling services to South Dakota... read more
Recycling is extremely important when it comes to the environment, especially for plastics. They are everywhere, no matter where you look, yet in 2010 less than 10% of the plastics used ever made it to a recycler. Plastics are actually in high demand for recycling however, because they can be used to make new and more durable objects, including things like clothing and furniture. Acquaint yourself with the recycling symbols on your plastic containers and you’ll know which plastics can be recycled to help protect the environment. The number denoting each type below corresponds to the little number found inside the recycling symbol on the package, and listed under each type are some of the items where they are commonly found.
1. PET or PETE Polyethylene terephthalate is most commonly found in various drink bottles, peanut butter jars and cooking oil containers. 2. HDPE High density polyethylene is most often found in milk and juice bottles, butter and yogurt containers, and bottles for household cleaners. 3. V or PVC Vinyl or polyvinyl chloride can be found in containers for household cleaners, but also health and beauty items, medical equipment and vinyl siding. 4. LDPE Low density polyethylene is common in squeezable bottles and shopping bags, but it can also be found in more durable items such as carpet and furniture. 5. PP Polypropylene is often used to make medicine bottles, bottle caps, straws and some food containers. 6. PS Polystyrene is used for take-out containers, compact disc cases and disposable tableware. 7. Other These are usually heavy duty items such as gasoline containers, DVDs and computer housings. Recycled plastics can be made into a wide variety of things, from flooring to lumber to trash cans. Furthermore, many of them can also be recycled right back into what they were before. To find out more about plastic recycling in Milpitas, please visit this website. Recycling rigid plastics, will help build upon your store’s “green” culture and is a program you can actively promote with store associates, your customers and to the media. Recycling rigid plastics, is one more step toward reducing your landfill waste and carbon footprint... read more
Whether you are in your home or place of business, you are generating trash on a regular basis. With so much of our waste going into landfills, it’s a great idea to recycle whatever you can. While most people view it as a chore, you can make the process easier and encourage it to become a habit among your family, friends and co-workers. Setting up a mini recycling facility in your home or office will make everyone aware of just how much they throw away that can actually be kept out of landfills and repurposed.
Materials That Can Be Recycled Each area has different rules and regulations about what can be recycled. In some areas, municipalities provide receptacles and will come pick up your recycling, and some areas, you have to do it yourself. Either way, most places will accept the following: · Glass · Plastics · Metals · Paper Some recyclers will pay for plastics, but almost all will pay for glass and metal. Collecting Your Recyclables You should make this as easy and convenient as possible to encourage use. Put the area in a place where people go to throw out other garbage on a regular basis or somewhere central but discreet that they pass by often. Above all, make sure the containers themselves are not cumbersome to use or move. · Use containers with very wide openings. · If containers have lids, it’s better if they are hinged. · Receptacles with wheels make them easy to move and unload. · Stackable containers will save space. · Make the area a clean and organized and provide space for people to put things down. Keeping an area set aside for recycling is good for the environment and will keep clutter from piling up at your home or office. For more information on recycling in Santa Clara, please visit this website. Recycling has never been easier than it is today. Don’t limit yourself to aluminum cans and plastics. With this handy list of 50 things to recycle, you’ll be able to reduce waste and help save the planet... read more
Piles of cans are prepared and ready to be recycled. Reusing aluminum cans is beneficial to our planet as aluminum can be recycled infinitely while using far less resources than creating new materials... read more
New technology is always coming out, and a computer or phone that was purchased just a few years ago might already be outdated. But if you choose to replace it, what happens tot he old technology? Electronic waste, including old TVs, computers, cell phones, game consoles, and other products, can be recycled just like paper, plastic or metal. Here are some of the top reasons why it’s important to recycle e-waste.
One major reason is that recycling e-waste conserves resources. Many electronics contain trace amounts of metals such as silver, gold, copper, and aluminum, meaning that metal can be taken from these items rather than mined from the earth. The mining process can have severe environmental impacts, including ecosystem damage and pollution from waste products. By recycling e-waste, people can reduce the need to mine for new minerals simply by reusing the metals we have now. But valuable metals aren’t the only material that electronics are made of; some of them (especially older models) can contain chemicals and heavy metals that can prove dangerous to humans. E-waste that is disposed of improperly can leach some of these substances into the surrounding environment, putting the people that live there at risk. Recycling helps to ensure that these materials are disposed of properly, increasing safety and improving public health. In addition, recycling e-waste reduces energy consumption. It takes less energy to reprocess recycled materials than it does to process new ones, and recycling can help to reduce the amount of electricity that is used. In turn, this helps to reduce the burning of coal and other fossil fuels, lowering carbon emissions and helping to protect the planet’s atmosphere. Another good reason to recycle is that it helps to reduce landfill usage. The plastics, metals, and glass in old electronics do not break down easily, and they can easily remain in a landfill for hundreds or thousands of years. This makes it more difficult to find an appropriate place to store them and leads to increasingly unsustainable land use for storing our garbage. Economically, recycling e-waste is good because it helps create jobs. It take more people to break down an old TV than it does to haul it to a landfill, and so recycling e-waste helps boost the economy a little. Finally, recycling your e-waste helps you to feel good about yourself. You get the pride and satisfaction of knowing that you are doing your part to improve the world you live in. Whether you’re replacing your laptop, getting a new phone, or throwing out your old VHS player, be sure to recycle your e-waste. Visit this website for more information on appliance recycling in San Jose. Did you want to make your home more eco friendly? Learn the facts about energy use in the average home. Then get tips to make your home more environmentally friendly, starting with a quick list of natural household cleaners... read more
Copper is truly the unsung hero of nonferrous metals. Used by man for over 10,000 years, copper’s resistance to corrosion, electrical and thermal conducting properties and high malleability have made it an indispensable metal for the evolution of civilization. Since it is also a trace element necessary for the health and development of humans, animals and many plants, lives literally depend on it.
Quick Copper Facts • Only about 12% of the world’s copper resources have been extracted, and almost all of what has been mined is still being used today. • Brass and bronze are copper alloys, and the “Bronze Age” of human history stresses the importance of this metal to our cultural development. • Because it retains its value and properties even through the recycling process, copper has an infinite life span. The ManyUses of Copper • As the first metal to be used by humans, copper’s first use was most likely tools. • Because of its conductive properties, it is used in electronics, electric transmission and cooling and heating systems. • Its resistance to corrosion accounts for its prevalent use in water systems, as does its ability to be shaped easily. • It is also used in building materials and as an ornamental. Why You Should Recycle Copper • Copper disposed of in landfills can cause environmental contamination. • Since repurposing copper is cheaper than mining it, brining copper to a recycler keeps copper costs down. • Although copper is a sustainable resource, it is non-renewable. • Recycling centers pay money for used copper. Whether you’re cleaning out your garage, renovating your home or just disposing of old or excess wiring, consider bringing copper to your local recycler. For more information on copper & metal recycling in San Jose please visit this website. Officials from the resource recovery company Delta-Energy Group LLC have announced plans to locate a tire recycling operation in Natchez, Mississippi, at a former paper mill owned by International Paper... read more
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