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Plastic Recycling in the Business world

Plastic Recycling in the Business world
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Recycling plastic is an important way for businesses to reduce their environmental impact and contribute to a more sustainable future.

 Here are five best practices for companies looking to recycle plastic in their operations:

1. Identify which plastics can be recycled

 Not all plastics are recyclable, so it’s important to understand which types of plastic your company uses and whether or not they can be recycled. Some common recyclable plastics include #1 PET (polyethylene terephthalate) and #2 HDPE (high-density polyethylene).

2. Implement a recycling program

It's no secret that businesses produce a lot of waste and there are tons of surprising statistics about waste that business produce. To effectively recycle plastic in your business, you’ll need to set up a recycling program. This might involve setting up recycling bins throughout your facility, hiring a waste management company to handle your recycling, or both.

3. Train employees on recycling

In order for your recycling program to be successful, it’s important that all employees understand how it works and why it’s important. Consider providing training sessions or materials to educate your employees on the importance of recycling and the specific recycling procedures in place at your company.

4. Source recycled plastic materials

One way to further reduce your environmental impact is to purchase recycled plastic materials whenever possible. This can include products like office supplies, packaging materials, and even furniture.

5. Measure and track your progress

In order to continually improve your recycling efforts, it’s important to measure and track your progress. This might involve setting recycling goals and tracking your recycling rates, or conducting waste audits to identify areas where you can improve.

By implementing these best practices, companies can effectively recycle plastic and reduce their environmental impact. Make sure you visit your local recycling provider’s website to identify which plastics are allowed. This not only helps to conserve natural resources and reduce waste, but it can also have financial benefits, as recycling can save companies money on waste disposal costs.

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