If we all do a little, we gain a lot
There are many benefits of beverage container recycling – it not only keeps useful materials out of landfills, it also reduces both greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and the energy demand associated with producing new containers from raw materials. It also gives future generations a cleaner, safer environment to live in.
When a beverage container doesn't go into the landfill or get tossed onto the sidewalk, it makes our communities a better place to live. Recycling helps people take responsibility for their actions and help protect this generation and the ones that follow.
If you need more inspiration to recycle, it might help to know there is great concern that Canada’s landfills are reaching capacity. Also, another study by Environment Canada says landfills produce 25% of Canada’s methane emissions.
Creates jobs
If the environmental and financial benefits of recycling aren’t enough, consider what recycling can do for your community. Recycling creates jobs that employ thousands of Albertan's contributing to the province's economy.