Water Bottles
Pop Cans
Plastic Sacks
Cereal Boxes
Paper
The average person generates about 1.5 tons of solid waste per year
Americans throw away around 28 billion bottles and jars every year
In 2010, paper recycling had increased over 89% since 1990
A glass container can go from a recycling bin to a store shelf in as little as 30 days
The EPA estimates that 75% of the waste stream from America is recyclable, but only recycle about 30% of it
Keeps wildlife safer
Less waste going to landfills
Materials and natural resources aren't wasted
Saves energy
Helps prevent pollution