Recycling Myths Debunked!

Myth 1 - Recycling is expensive

Fact - Recycling is a smart investment, conserving resources, reducing

pollution, and creating jobs.

Myth 2 - Recycling products are of bad quality and have a bad odor.

Fact - Properly sorted and processed recycled materials can meet high quality standards without odor issues

Myth 3 - Number 7 plastic cannot be recycled

Fact - Many communities recycle number 7 plastics, and specific labeling can

indicate recyclability.

Myth 4 - Cardboard can be recycled

Fact - Food-soiled paper and cardboard cannot be recycled. Items that have food or grease on them, like pizza boxes, should be composted.

Myth 5 - Water bottles are recycled into new water bottles

Fact - Recycled plastic often becomes carpet or fleece, making reusable bottles a better choice.

Myth 6 - Materials can only be recycled once

Recycling extends the life cycle of materials, reducing waste and resource consumption.

Let us be more aware and join hands to reduce, reuse and recycle!