Paper-Or-Plastic

Share this Image On Your Site

According to the EPA’s 2012 report, Americans recycled and composted almost 87 million tons of municipal solid waste in 2012. The infographic above breaks down different categories of waste. On the left, you can see the total amount of waste generated, and on the right, you can see how much of that was recycled and composted. The percentage listed in the middle is representative of the rate at which a material is recycled.

In 2012, American generated over 251 million tons of trash, putting the recycling rate at 34.5%. This rate continues to rise. In the year 2000, Americans recycled 28.5% of materials.

As the infographic shows, yard trimmings and paper products are commonly recycled. While food and “other waste” makes up a big portion of generated waste, this is the category with the least amount of material recycled.

Hear What Our Satisfied Customers Have to Say

 

Dumpster Rental Blog/News

Why a Dumpster is Essential for Your Fall Landscaping Project

Cleaning out the garden and flower beds after summer can be quite the job, especially if you don’t have the right tools. Pulling out the old foliage, removing the last of your tomatoes, and taking the top layer of weeds and mulch can take a few days. When you have been relying on your small, […]

Continue reading →

Roll-Off Dumpster Direct Now Serving West Virginia

From the rolling hills of the Appalachians to the vibrant cities of Charleston and Morgantown, the Mountain State has its own set of requirements when it comes to dumpster rentals and waste removal. Reliable Dumpster Solutions for the Mountain State At Roll-Off Dumpster Direct, we are thrilled to announce the expansion of our top-notch dumpster […]

Continue reading →

Roll-Off Dumpster Direct Expands into Kentucky

Are you a Kentucky resident in need of a reliable and affordable dumpster rental solution? Look no further, because Roll-Off Dumpster Direct is thrilled to announce that we have expanded our services to the great state of Kentucky! Services in the Bluegrass State For years, we’ve been providing top-notch dumpster rental services to customers across […]

Continue reading →