But recycling is still voluntary throughout the U.S., although some companies have found ways to give their customers incentives to recycle. Still, many of us recognize that we are all consumers, and as such, we much act more responsibly about our purchases and disposal of those purchases.
It is important for us as consumers to choose our purchases wisely. The more we buy recycled products, the more demand we create, and consequently, more products will begin to be made from recycled content. If you can’t find recycled products, ask your retailers to stock them.
Did you know all of the items below (and more) use recycled content? And you’re not sacrificing quality for recycled items; the quality is just as high as those made from virgin materials.
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Paper Towels
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Calendars
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Concrete Blocks
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Toilet Tissue
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Wrapping paper
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Carpet
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Facial Tissue
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Garbage Cans
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Garden Hoses
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Envelopes
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Landscaping Mulch
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Floor Tiles
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Notebook, Printer, Copier, and Writing Paper
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Aluminum gutters, down spouts, and siding
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Printer Ink Cartridges and Toner
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File Folders
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Insulation
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Shoes
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Pencils
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Building Materials
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Cardboard
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Cereal Boxes
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Paint
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Binders
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Aluminum Cans
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Clothing
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Bulletin Boards
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Motor Oil
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Furniture
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Rulers
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Plastic Lumber
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Crayons
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Mouse Pads
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Plastic bottles
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Wallets
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Wallpaper
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So feel good about recycling the next time you do it! It makes a difference!