Recycling is the process of making new products from used materials. This not only has many benefits for the environment, but also for the future of the human race. Using recycled materials rather than virgin materials in manufacturing:
Releases less air and water pollutants
Reduces demand on trees,water, and minerals
Reduces emissions of greenhouse gases
Reduces the need for landfills and incinerators
Creates jobs which help the state and national economy
Helps to sustain the environment for future generations