Recycling serves two main purposes: environmental and economic. Here are some of the key reasons why recycling is important:

Environmental benefits:

• Reduces the amount of waste sent to landfills and incinerators.
• Conserves natural resources such as timber, water, and minerals.
• Prevents pollution and reduces greenhouse gases by reducing the need to mine and process new raw materials.
• Protects ecosystems and wildlife by reducing the need to harvest new materials.
• Reduces carbon emissions and helps tackle climate change.

Economic benefits:

• Increases economic security by tapping a domestic source of materials.
• Saves energy.
• Supports American manufacturing and conserves valuable resources.
• Helps create jobs in the recycling and manufacturing industries in the United States.

Recycling is a real success story and has many benefits for the environment, economy, and communities. It is critical to recycle and minimize the amount of waste we are putting into the atmosphere. Doing so can help save energy, reduce landfill waste, and protect our environment.