What is Scrap Metal? Interesting Facts and Information about the Interesting World of Recycling Scrap Metals and Alloys.
Pompano Beach Garbage and Recycling Collection Update
Pompano Beach, Florida is a city located in Broward County. As the city continues to renovate and revitalize its beachfront and historic areas there are some interesting facts to discover surrounding the city’s push to recycle more and help the environment. One interesting fact is that the Pompano Waste Management Unit has been the sole garbage collector for […]
The Impact of South Florida Recycling
Americans generate more than 200 million tons of garbage and debris each year. In 2010, Florida generated more than 32 million tons of municipal solid waste. This waste is a result of tourism, boating, and various densely populated areas. Two decades ago a legislature was passed in Florida with its first recycle goal of 30 percent. […]
How to Recycle Electronic Waste
Millions of metric tons of electronic waste are generated every year. This e-waste contains harmful components such as lead, mercury, and cadmium that would otherwise lead to environmental pollution that may affect crops, plants, and humans as well. This includes even the small household appliances such as microwaves, remote controls, TVs monitors, computers, and laptops. The […]
What is Electronic Waste?
In our electronic-driven era, we are witnessing more and more gadgets being released to the market. Do you ever wonder what happens to electronic devices when they reach their lifespan and need to be upgraded? What about the gadgets that are damaged and owners decide to simply replace them? Outdated or damaged electronics are all rendered electronic waste or simply e-waste. […]
The Importance of Recycling in South Florida
Recycling is an important part of giving back to the environment and protecting the earth for future generations. It is the only way to have a positive impact on our world and continues to give back for many years. For example, aluminium can be recycled an unlimited number of times which saves energy and resources. The […]
The Best Metals to Scrap
When you opt not to recycle your scrap metal you could simply be throwing away money. For example, if you are throwing away soda cans, rusted tools, or any outdated electronic equipment then you are likely missing out on earning a few extra funds for your “trash.” It is no secret, but many people are […]
What Affects Scrap Metal Prices?
More than a million tons of scrap is recycled every year around the world. Today scrap metal recycling has generated great revenues for all stakeholders involved in the recycling business – from recycling centers to distribution. Since the beginning, the scrap metal industry has flourished for quite some time now and the price of scrap […]
The Journey of Scrap Aluminum
Aluminum is not a naturally occurring metal so it requires a vast amount of energy and effort to produce it. This metal has been in commercial use for only about 200 years, which is fairly recent. Aluminum is basically sourced by three different avenues: from the core, recycling aluminum materials, and importing aluminum from other countries.
Aluminum […]
Scrap Yards Recycling the Most Scrap Metal in 2015
By the year 2020 the scrap metal market for recycling in the world is estimated to double from $277 billion in 2015 to $406 billion. Nearly 120 million tons of scrap is handled in the US alone and it is estimated to be a $20 billion industry in the country. This phenomenal growth is attributed […]
12 Crazy Recycling Stories
Recycling is one of the best ways to go green. The United States it is quickly becoming the leader in recycling paper efforts; so much so that members of the American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) have managed to collect nearly 60 percent of the total paper consumption in the country for recycling purposes in […]