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November 15th marks National Recycling Day, a day to celebrate our promise to leave the world in a better state than we found it.
CAN STEEL BE RECYCLED?
Steel is one of the most recycled materials in the world. It is estimated that 80 million tons of steel is recycled each year in North America. Recycling steels involves collecting, classifying, processing, and transforming metals that have been discarded into new goods. Thanks to its unique chemical makeup, steel can be 100% recycled without the loss of strength, making it an ideal candidate for the recycling process. Most of the steel products in use today have been produced with 60—90% recycled steel!
WHY DOES THIS MATTER?
Recycling is part of a circular economy, which encourages reusing, repairing, and refurbishing existing materials as long as possible, extending the material’s life cycle. One of the most significant benefits of a circular economy is the reduction of energy usage and the elimination of waste and pollution. This fosters a healthier and more vibrant world.
HOW DOES THIS IMPACT ME?
When buying recycled materials, you are directly contributing to the reduction of waste and pollution. This is not the only benefit, however! Recycling is one of the most effective cost-reduction strategies, and those savings are passed from the producer to the consumer.
WHERE CAN I BUY ENERGY EFFICIENT STEEL?
Here at Siskin Steel & Supply, we verify that all of our suppliers meet this framework of efficient and sustainable materials. We believe that sourcing and providing recycled and recyclable materials is just another way for us to contribute positively to our local and global communities, and we hope that you’ll join us in our steps to make the world better, one day at a time.
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