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Watch: How Paper Gets Recycled

by bfys19 Posted on March 6, 2013

Paper makes up 29 percent of municipal solid waste in the U.S., according to the EPA, making it the most thrown away material in the country. At the same time, Americans recycle nearly 63 percent of used paper, evidence that people are getting the recycling message loud and clear.

But how is paper actually recycled? This video entry in Recyclebank’s “The Cycle” series pulls back the curtain on the complexities of the process:

Nate Lipka

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5 FAQs About Recycling Cartons, Answered

by sreg2 Posted on March 6, 2013

Cartons are a sustainable form of packaging and perfectly recyclable, but often don’t make it in the blue bin. Banish your carton confusion by checking out these frequently asked questions.

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1. Are Cartons Recyclable?

Yes! Made from mostly paper, the high quality materials used in cartons make them very desirable for re-manufacturing into new products.

According to the Carton Council, curbside recycling for cartons has increased 128 percent in the last three years; meaning over 40 percent of U.S. households can now recycle them. To be sure what your best local carton recycling option is, check out Earth911’s search directory or www.recyclecartons.com.

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