How to Recycle Plastic Bottles Easily?
By TOI Desk Report March 8, 2022 Update on : March 8, 2022
Refilling a good-quality reusable bottle from water cooler or filter is always our recommended choice for sustainable and drinkable water consumption. On the other hand, we understand that there is a time that this is not possible and we have to take plastic water bottles in our hands as the only healthy alternative to meet our thirst. If we handled mindfully, the option will not have to result in those water bottles ending up at a landfill.
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We, in this article, are going to show you how to recycle plastic water bottles following the right way.
Are single use water bottles recyclable?
Millions of water bottles are being used every day throughout the world but of which, a very small amount of the bottles are being recollected or recycled.
The abandoned water bottles can be melted into plastic pellets and then these are being sold out to many companies to produce, clothing, carpets furniture and much more.
Plastic bottles are an important part of the supply chain and we must supply the bottles via drop-off recycling or curbside.
We can become a part of the process after taking learning on the proper way to recycle the plastic bottles. To assure that we are properly recycling your one-time-use water bottles, follow these simple tips those are given bellow:
Leave the caps on
It is common when anyone thinks about how to recycle plastic bottles, he or she wants to remove the caps. Caps of the water bottle are only recyclable if they are twisted tightly onto the water bottles. The separated caps will be the cause of havoc on equipment, sending those to the landfill or stalling production. To prevent the technical glitch, always replace the cap soon after you will finish drinking your water.
Crush your bottle
In order to properly crush a water bottle, just remove the cap, release all of the air, and then put the cap on the bottle until it is secured.
The trapped suction will allow the bottle to stay in it is the new compacted condition, leaving more space in your bin for other recyclables.
In addition, space is saved at the processing facilities, reducing the need for extension and enabling more expensive recycling to occur.
It is an instance of the affirmative impact of properly recycling plastic bottles can have once it leaves our home.
No need to wash
Although other, cans, bottles and jars should be washed, there is no need to clean the cans, jars and water bottles with water. While there is no need to clean them as they will be vacant and freed of any noticeable liquid.
Do not bag ’Em
When we recycle plastic bottles, just remember not to place your water bottles in a paper bag or any other recyclables for that matter. Sacked items stop the system from being completed correctly or slow the system down.
It might seem like you are making things more expedient for the recycling plant, but that is not the issue. The bags cannot be recycled and will rob processing plants of man-hours taking away them. Water bottles should be placed in our recycling bin or in public bins free of any imprisonment. You can also read more about Winter storm.
Are all water bottles recyclable?
All kinds of plastic or glass water bottles are recyclable with major haulers such as waste management. However, boxed waters and other non-standard packaging bottles may not be recycled. As boxed waters contain layers of plastic those are difficult for recycling.
Recycle outer packaging
If we purchase bottled water with case, the plastic packaging holds them and it cannot be placed in the recycling bin. But, it can be dropped off at participating grocery stores such as Dave’s, Heinen’s and the target to be processed along with other grocery bags or plastic film.
It requires being more and doing more than end of its life in a landfill. From flip-flops to backpacks to decking, our water bottles earn an entire second life to live. Now, we came to know how to recycle plastic bottles and we can start to make a difference in our community.