Recyclables are materials that can be remanufactured into new products after serving their original purpose. Everyone gains by recycling and reducing waste. Collecting recyclables reduces waste disposal charges and can provide revenues through the sale of collected materials. Collecting recyclables also ensures an adequate supply of raw materials for recycled products. In addition, recycling is good for the environment. It saves energy and natural resources, reduces air and water pollution, and decreases the volume of garbage going into landfills. For example, recycling a ton of paper saves 17 trees, four barrels of oil, 7,000 gallons of water, uses 64% less energy and reduces air pollution by 95%. Aluminum made from recycled cans uses 95% fewer raw materials and 90% less energy.

Almost everything we throw away can be recycled, including paper, aluminum, glass, plastic, batteries, and cardboard. It is up to each of us to take responsibility for a clean environment. Please be waste wise and do your part to save energy, reduce pollution, preserve our natural resources, and make the world a nicer place to live.

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