(paper recycling)
11Paper pollution — The production, use and recycling of paper has a number of adverse effects on the environment which are known collectively as paper pollution. Pulp mills contribute to air, water and land pollution. Discarded paper is a major component of many… …
12Recycling in the United Kingdom — The majority of recycling undertaken in the United Kingdom is undertaken by statutory authorities. Local Authorities are responsible for the collection of municipal waste and operate contracts which are usually kerbside collection schemes. The… …
13Recycling in the Netherlands — Collection processesThe curbside collection systems for recyclates employed vary across the Netherlands:* the GFT ( Groente Fruit en Tuinafval ) box or Green box nearly almost all municipalities except some quarters of major cities. Frequency… …
14Recycling in Ireland — Rates of household recycling in Ireland have increased dramatically since the late 1990s, but are still lagging behind European averages. The Irish Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is the agency with overall responsibility for recycling, and …
15Recycling symbol — The universal recycling symbol (♲ or U+2672 in Unicode) is an internationally recognized symbol used to designate recyclable materials. It is composed of three chasing arrows that form a Möbius strip or unending loop. In 1969 and early 1970,… …
16Recycling in Canada — This article outlines the position and trends of recycling in Canada. Since the 1980s, most mid to large municipalities in most provinces have recycling programs.Collection processesThe curbside collection systems for recyclates employed vary… …
17Recycling bin — A recycling bin (or recycle bin) is a container used to hold recyclables before they are taken to recycling centers. Recycling bins exist in various sizes for use in homes, offices, and large public facilities. Separate containers are often… …
18Recycling Cotton — Otherwise wasted cotton rags can be broken down and be used again. Cotton waste can be made into a stronger, more durable paper than traditional wood pulp based paper, which may contain high concentration of acids. Cotton paper is often used for… …
19recycling — noun (U) the process of treating things such as paper or steel so that they can be used again: Recycling is important to help protect our environment …
20Criticism of recycling — The following are criticisms of many popular points used for recycling.aves energyThere is controversy on just how much energy is saved through recycling. The EIA states on its website that a paper mill uses 40 percent less energy to make paper… …
