Recycle Glass and Reap the Benefits!

Do you recycle because it invokes in you feelings of earth-friendliness? Perhaps you recycle because those around you do and you don’t want to be the odd man out. Whatever the reason, continue to unleash the recycler in you! Many of us recycle and are completely unaware of the positive impacts that unfold as a result. Recycling glass has significant recompenses – here are a few of them:

Glass is Infinitely Recyclable Glass used to make our pickle, salsa and olive jars and the glass that makes up our milk and cold mocha bottles is infinitely recyclable. This glass can be recycled over and over without affecting its quality.

Recycling Glass Saves Energy Too many recycling detractors claim that recycling uses more energy than the value. It’s a clear shut case – they’re entirely wrong. Want proof? The energy saved from recycling one bottle will:

Power a 100 watt light bulb for almost an hour

Power a computer for 25 minutes

Power a color TV for 20 minutes

Power a washing machine for 10 minutes

Reduce Landfill Size Glass never biodegrades. Let’s reuse it instead of burying it in a hole.

 Preserving Raw Materials For every ton of recycled glass used, 1.2 tons of raw materials are preserved.

Good for Society Another positive influence that recycling glass has are its societal benefits. It can create green jobs and even raise further recycling awareness.

Do you recycle glass? We highly recommend it!

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