Recycling waste is often viewed as a contemporary act of “green citizenship,” which began alongside the 1970s hippie environmental movement. While the term ‘recycling’ was created during the 1970s, the history of recycling goes back much farther than the late 20th century.Defining the term recycling in a historical setting, however,...
How is Paper Recycled?
Paper is one of the most recycled products in Europe, with a recycling rate of 72%. Alongside cardboard, paper exceeds most other waste streams in recycling rates. Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) or E-waste is only recycled 15% of the time. Why Should Paper Be Recycled? Recycling our paper...