WASHINGTON (April 22, 2016) — Recycling is a crucial part of preserving the environment, the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI) said in celebrating the 46th annual Earth Day.
“Each year, Earth Day provides us with an important reminder not only of the need to do our part to protect the Earth, but also of the positive impact the recycling industry has on the environment,” said ISRI President Robin Wiener in a press release.
“Together with our members, ISRI serves as an environmental steward, promoting recycling at all levels, educating future generations on the importance of recycling, and encouraging manufacturers to design products with recycling and earth conservation in mind,” Mr. Wiener said.
Each year the scrap recycling industry recycles some 135 million metric tons of materials — including tires and rubber — globally and reduces carbon dioxide emissions by approximately 500 million tons, ISRI said.