Recycling is a great way to save our planet's resources. It helps keep unnecessary waste from going into landfills by reusing the materials multiple times. If you're not a recycling enthusiast, you may not understand the codes that are printed on plastics and how much that plastic is actually worth. Here are 2 things everyone that recycles should know about recycling their plastics.
The Resin Code Guide
The different codes on each bottle are actually used to identify the resin that is used to create the plastic. It helps consumers determine what materials are eligible for recycling, and let you know what will happen to the material. Common resin codes include:
The Value of Plastic Recyclables
The BCMB (Beverage Container Management Board) will give you a refund for returning some of these plastics. With 91% of people in Alberta taking advantage of the program, it has proven to be effective.
You can get 10 cents for smaller containers like beverage bottles, and up to 25 cents for larger containers like milk jugs. You need to leave tabs on aluminum cans, and remove caps from beverage containers.
For more information, visit your local bottle return depot, such as Sur-Del Bottle Depot.
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