Junk removal and disposal is not only a major industry in the US, but it is a function across the globe. And pressing challenge is for sustainable and recyclable waste.
The United States only recycles about 1/3 of its total waste generated every year. Some waste products, like paper and paperboard, are recycled at close to a 70 percent rate, while plastics are only at a dismal 9 percent globally.
Topics: Green Junk Removal, Recycling, junk recycling, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, green products, recycling facilities
Taking care of junk removal doesn't always make us think of recycling, but they actually do go hand-in-hand. In fact, they are a natural combination.
The good news is that these activities can be both be accomplished together.
Topics: Residential Junk Removal, Recycling, junk recycling, office junk removal, junk removal services
Plastic, paper, metal, and glass. These are the four staples of residential recycling. But how much glass really gets recycled anymore? Not enough.
While glass is probably the Queen of Recyclable material, making that happen is a bit more complicated than simply throwing empty wine bottles in the recycling bin.
Topics: Recycling, junk recycling, residential trash, glass recycling, recycle glass
There is recycling and then there is REAL recycling. And the kings of recycling are metals, glass, and paper.
While we all probably know these as three of the most commonly recycled materials, not many realize how completely recyclable they are.
Topics: junk recycling, metal recycling, paper recycling, recycling facilities, glass recycling
There are a variety of things we dispose of that can be recycled. Some are more common than others such as metals and paper waste. Oh - and waste concrete!
The downside is that so much of these materials never make it to recycling facilities and end up in our landfills instead. And that's a losing proposition.
Topics: junk recycling, metal recycling, paper recycling, recycling facilities, waste concrete recycling
[This post was previously published in April 2018 and has been updated and enhanced.]
Everyone knows they can recycle paper, soda cans and plastic water bottles. And most of us do. But did you know that there many other household waste materials that can also be recycled?
Recycling is not limited to paper, plastic, glass, and aluminum. In fact, with some creativity, some planning, and some consistent effort, almost anything you want to throw away can actually be recycled, reused, or repurposed.
Topics: Recycling, junk recycling, Landfills, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, appliance recycling
So, you've replaced your old appliance and you want to recycle it. What can you do besides typing “appliance recycle near me” in Google?
Topics: get rid of old appliances, junk recycling, Old Appliances, appliance recycling, junk metal recycling
Recycling is something that all of us can do. Whether at home, at work or at school, recycling can help keep our spaces clean and the environment healthy. But do you recycle properly?
Topics: Recycling, junk recycling, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, e-waste recycling, where to recycle electronics
Recycling is a great practice and should be a regular part of every household and business. However, there are growing challenges in the recycling industry.
We've been promoting recycling as a nation for over 50 years now. Today, recycling bins and facilities are the norm in most communities across the country. But now, so are gluts of recyclable materials.
Topics: Recycling, junk recycling, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, e-waste recycling, junk metal recycling
On a personal or household level, junk recycling is a good practice. But on a global scale, there are some problems that need to be solved.
As a nation, the U.S. has been at the forefront of many aspects of recycling and reuse. And our overall junk recycling efforts have gradually increased and improved year after year.
Topics: Recycling, junk recycling, Sustainability, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, metal recycling