Save the Earth “Recycle!”

What is Recycling?

Recycling is the separation and collection of materials that have already been used , and then processed and remanufactured into new products.

Aluminum, glass, paper and steel are the most dominant resources that are recycled.

Recycling is: Reducing the amount of waste; Reusing products to extend the life; and Recycling is the physical process to gather material to be used to help conserve natural resources

Recycle using the 3R’s? Reuse:

Reuse plastic cups, utensils, plates, and bags; use washable towels for cleaning and spills instead of paper towels.

Reduce: Buy and use less; choose products that

use recycled packaging; buy concentrates instead of diluted beverages; buy in bulk.

Recycle: Separate recyclable items from trash

and dispose at recycling plants in your community.

What affects does recycling have on our environment?

If we don’t recycle this will be the future of our Earth

Benefits of Recycling Recycling helps families save money through

community programs that pay for recyclable goods.

Creates jobs Saves trees Saves energy and water Conserves natural resources Saves wildlife and habitats

Recycling In Action!

Look at me I’m recycling!

Mounds of aluminum cans to

be recycled

Recycling makes our communities great!

We must share and do our part!

Conserve Natural Resources

Start recycling in your community today!

Everyone Around the World Helping Save our

Earth!

Links/References

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