As published in “Plastics Engineering” magazine, a publication of the Society of Plastics Engineers. What a difference a few years can make. Following the selection of the new Pope in March, a pair of images from Rome made rounds on the Internet: a 2013 photo that captured thousands of people with smart phones and tablets recording…
Recycling & Reusing
Recycling plastics has never been easier. Today, 94 percent of Americans have easy access to plastics recycling opportunities, whether you participate in a municipal curbside program or live near a drop-off site. Recycling plastics helps them go on to live a second life as new products. Many people reuse plastics – things like storage bins, sealable food containers and refillable sports bottles. These types of items can be used over and over to reduce waste.
Coca Cola Gives Bottles a Second Life
Check out this infographic that shows how they use plastic bottles to create new and stylish items.
A How-To Guide to Recycling Plastics
Follow these tips and you’ll see that it’s easier than you think to recycle and reuse everyday plastics.
Tips to Get Your Kids Recycling!
Recycling is an easy and fun family project any day of the year. Here are simple steps your family can take together to maximize your recycling at home.
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