Get involved in America Recycles Day this Sunday (11/15)
November 10, 2009 at 1:30 pm by Katie M.
This Sunday marks the 12th anniversary of America Recycles Day, a nationally recognized day dedicated to recycling and purchasing recycled and repurposed items.
America Recycles Day is working in partnership with Keep America Beautiful and the National Recycling Coalition to support local communities and raises awareness by educating citizens about the benefits of recycling. The ARC website states: “The purpose of America Recycles Day is to continue to promote the social, environmental and economic benefits of recycling and encourage more people to join the movement toward creating a better natural environment.”
What can you do? First of all, if you don’t already recycle on a regular basis, this Sunday would be a great day to start doing so. Maybe you could make every Sunday your official recycling day (if you don’t receive the pick up service in your neighborhood).
Next, start looking for more recycled products while you’re shopping at the grocery store. Look for items with high post-consumer content. Post consumer means material used by the consumer for its original purpose and then recycled.
Finally, start spreading the word about recycling to your family, friends, neighbors, co-workers – everyone! Why not get them in on a recycling project for America Recycles Day? Check out this list of ideas for activities on the official website and see what other events are going on that you can participate in. They also list some handy recycling guidelines on glass, plastic, paper, and batteries, as well as their ‘Do’s and Don’ts of Recycling’.
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