Collection of Infographics
Single-use plastics, or disposable plastics, are used only once before they are thrown away or recycled. This includes items like plastic bags, straws, coffee stirrers, soda and water bottles and most food packaging. Out of all the plastic waste, single use plastic bottles have wreaked a havoc on the planet. Only 20% of single use plastic bottles get recycled while the rest end up in […] Read more »
Most people don’t think twice when they throw out their garbage and other waste, either at home or at work. This infographic shows what happens to your waste after it’s left your bin, how long it’s going to be lying around for, and how much of it can actually be recycled. Read more »
In this infographic you can see the minerals used in your devices, the metals produced from them and what are they used for. If not collected properly and recycled those hard materials will end up in a dump. Never to be used again for making new devices. On top of that pure waste of resources, those materials are harmful to the environment. Please, recycle your […] Read more »
This infographic showcases how an item which might be considered trash can have a new life by becoming something else. Glass bottles are an immense resource that should be 100% recycled or reused when possible. A simple bottle can become many things. Wine bottle crafts are extraordinary items you can use to decorate your home as wine bottle centerpieces, candle holders, or as a self-sustainable vertical garden. You can choose […] Read more »
Climate change is a big issue. From deforestation to the use of fossil fuels, there are many things that humans have done over the years that have had a negative impact on the environment, and therefore our planet. You may be wondering what you can actually do to help. After all, you’re not responsible for deforestation or the burning of excessive amounts of fossil fuels. […] Read more »
Recent years have seen the trend of single stream process recycling increase significantly. In fact, the majority of Americans who take part in recycling programs are now using this particular process. With single stream, multiple types of items that are made of varying materials can be placed together into a singular recycling bin to be sorted and categorized later on. Once the bins are put […] Read more »
Understanding the benefits of coolant recycling can make the world a better place. Not only does coolant recycling improve the environment, but it also has positive effects on businesses’ bottom line. Improve employee health, extended tool life and reduced disposal costs are just the beginning. Oil skimmers are the lowest cost solution for coolant sumps and parts washer applications. See for yourself! Understand the impact […] Read more »
The average American will end up moving 11 times in his or her lifetime. This is data from the U.S. Census, and the moves could be from a new adventure, getting married, or a new job. Each time someone moves, it has a negative effect on the environment. Fortunately, the damage you do depends on the distance you travel when moving. We learn from this […] Read more »
Most people have no idea the incredible impact of being able to save trees by recycling their cardboard moving boxes. A typical move uses roughly 60 cardboard boxes, which is more than half of a 1 ton pine tree. With 42 million moves per year in America, that equals out to 28,560,000 trees used up! 132,720,000 gallons of oil, 11,760,000,000 gallons of water, and lastly, […] Read more »