America Recycles Day

New Plastic-Wood Composites Are a Great Way to Recycle

Submitted on Oct 9, 2009

Don’t be fooled by a convincing faux finish – the “wood” on and in your walls, doors, window frames, decorative molding and outdoor decking and fencing might [...]

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Boys Versus Girls: Who Recycles More?

Submitted on Dec 7, 2009

The latest results from Plastics Make it Possible's new survey shows that women are the enforcers.

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How do Americans Recycle?

Submitted on Dec 7, 2009

Plastics Make it Possible(SM) Unveils Surprising Information about Americans' Recycling Habits with America Recycles Day Survey

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This America Recycles Day, Take Another Look at Recycled Plastics!

Submitted on Nov 30, 2009

Have you ever wondered what happens to the plastic bottles you throw in the recycling bin or the plastic bags and wraps you bring back to the grocery store? Though recycled plastics might be out-of-mind once the raw material leaves your hand, they are far from out-of-sight. Chances are, these valuable materials have already made [...]

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How Single Stream Recyling Works

Submitted on Nov 13, 2009

Recycling is getting easier. Single Stream Recycling means you no longer need to sort bottles, cans, plastics and paper. This video illustrates how Single Stream Recycling works.

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America Recycles Day: It’s Working

Submitted on Nov 13, 2009

Recycling is one of the most successful environmental initiatives in our country’s history. While there’s still much to do, efforts of the past few decades are really paying off. Explore the America Recycles Day website for more information and ideas.

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Recycle or Die!

Submitted on Nov 13, 2009

The adventures of KAB Man from Keep America Beautiful. In this episode KAB Man faces the villain, "Improper Recycling Habits".

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When It Comes To Recycling, Women Talk More Trash

Submitted on Nov 13, 2009

Plastics Make it PossibleSM Unveils Surprising Information about Americans’ Recycling Habits with America Recycles Day Survey

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A How-To Guide To Recycling Plastics

Submitted on Nov 13, 2009

To make it easier for consumers to recycle more this America Recycles Day, Plastics Make it PossibleSM offers the following tips for reusing and reusing everyday plastics. These simple steps can help you keep your commitment to protecting the environment on November 15 and throughout the year. 1. Find out which plastics are accepted for recycling in [...]

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Today’s Water Bottle, Tomorrow’s Little Black Dress

Submitted on Nov 5, 2009

From t-shirts to couture, plastics and recycled plastics are inspiring new and stylish looks. Did you know that today’s plastic water bottle can become tomorrow’s little black dress? Follow the link below to see tips that will help you recycle more of the plastics you use. Recycling Fashion Tip Sheet

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America Recycles Day

Submitted on Oct 6, 2009

America Recycles Day, on November 15, is the only nationally recognized day dedicated to encouraging Americans to recycle and to buy recycled products. Celebrating its 12th year, it has grown to include millions of Americans pledging to increase their recycling habits. Your plastic products can have a second — or even a third — life, but [...]

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