1. Recycling Around the World

3. Worldwide Recycling Facts The U.S. recycles about 28% of its waste. In Europe, Austria heads the EU in recycling efforts, recycling 60% of its waste. Greece falls short with only 10% of its waste being recycled. http://www.environment- green.com/More_Recycling_Facts_and_Statistics.html

4. Quick Facts Recycling 1 ton of paper saves… 17 trees, 2 barrels of oil, 4,100 kilowatts of energy 3.2 cubic yards of landfill space 60 lbs. of air pollution www.cocsdc.org/ facts.recycling.php

5. Products That Can Be Recycled Glass Paper (Office paper, newspaper) Corrugated Paper (cardboard) Aluminum cans Steel & bi-metallic cans Plastics http://www.dep.state.pa.us/dep/deputate/airwaste/wm/re cycle/recywrks/recywrks2.htm

6. Recycling Benefits Recycling creates 1.1 million jobs. Saves energy. Reduces greenhouse gas emissions. Conserves natural resources (timber, water, minerals). Prevents habitat destruction, loss of biodiversity and soil erosion. http://www.recycling- revolution.com/recycling- benefits.html

7. Recycling Solutions Find or help establish recycling center. Have “trash” bins & “recycling” bins. Buy & use items made from recycled materials.