Recycling Info for Vancouver

Recycling lowers greenhouse gas emissions. Through recycling we convert old materials into new materials and reduce consumption of fresh raw materials. We divert waste from landfills and conserve resources. Just some more Vancouver recycling info.

Recycling saves energy, protects people, wildlife and our entire ecosystem. It decreases deforestation(paper and wood) and the consumption of fossil fuel hydrocarbons(plastics),reduces the need to use new raw materials like sand(glass).  

Recycling helps the Canadian community by providing gainful employment. It saves costs on manufacturing new goods. Every consumer can put money back into their own pocket via recycling.

Currently Canadians recycle about 11% of all plastics. Since the 1950's 8.3 billion tonnes of plastic has been generated around the world and only 23 % of those plastics have been recovered or recycled.

Consider the Organic Benefits compounded with the Economical Benefits. The conclusion - Recycling is essential. Lower emissions means we are protecting our atmosphere and the planet we inhabit ensuring a healthy future for our children. We save money on the use of fossil fuels and new raw materials through recycling.

Through recycling we can all achieve an ecological balance.  In doing so men and the planet can co-exist.  Let us all attain longevity via being conservative on the use of new raw materials.