Recycling is an important part of taking care of our planet, andone small way to fight climate change.
As we go about our daily lives, we can generate a significant amount of waste.
Of these 292.4 million tons of waste, 32.1% were recycled or composted.
The recycled materials amounted to 69.1 tons of paper, metal, glass, plastic, and wood.
Unfortunately, not all the materials we intend to recycle actually make it through the process.
Items picked up from homes are first sent to a sorting plant before they move on to a processor.
Prior to 2018, the U.S. shipped one-third of its recyclables overseas.
According toZero Waste Communities of San Bernardino County, over 4,500 products contain some portion of recycled materials.
For example, No.
1 plastic and aluminum can pull tabs are also being utilized tocraft sustainable handbags.
Steel recycling, in particular, has a significant impact on carbon footprint.
For instance, Adidas' “Primegreen” line includes shoes and activewear that are specifically made from recyclables.
These offerings are part of the company’s initiative to stop using new polyester by 2024, perInteresting Engineering.
Shoppers also have options for incorporating recycled-material options for self-care items.
To continue the cycle of reuse, used Preserve toothbrushes can be recycled directly through the manufacturer.
Some companies are pushing the boundaries of what can be recycled.
Gumdrop has recycling bins around the city for the collection of used gum.
