Why Recycle Plastic?
Statistics
- 35% of the polyester carpet sold in America contains recycled PET (polyethylene teraphthalate) bottles (primarily soft drink bottles).
- Recycled plastics are made into fiberfill, bottles, shower stalls, recycling bins, scouring pads, paint brushes, industrial strapping, drainpipes, plastic lumber, and flowerpots. Markets are expanding and developing daily.
Source: The Public Recycling Officials of Pennsylvania, Developing a Waste Reduction and Recycling Program for Commercial, Industrial and Municipal Establishments, May 1995.
