RECYCLE CANS AND BOTTLES

It is important to recycle your aluminum soda and beer cans. It takes far less energy to recycle an aluminum can into a new can than it does to make a brand new aluminum can.

Plastic and glass bottles should also be recycled. In addition to saving energy many states have a deposit on these bottles and cans. By redeeming these bottles and cans you can pick up some "pocket change". Also, if you are walking down your neighborhood street; pick up that stray can or bottle and reward yourself with the deposit as well as reducing the amount of roadside litter.

I read recently that a state representative in Connecticut is trying to expand their deposit laws to include deposits on water bottles and juices. Currently water, orange juice, and ice tea drinks are exempt from redemption deposits. To me it doesn't make much sense that the deposit regulations are dependent on the type of liquid found in the container. As the liquids are consumed and not recycled; it is the container that should be recycled to save energy and also reduce the amount of waste in dumps and landfills.

If you agree with the premise that the recycling laws should be expanded; contact your local elected representatives, express your opinion and encourage them to initiate legislation.