Certs Inc Recycling Ideas

By Perry Webbing

When you wanted a taco last night, did you have to search for loose change? Are you parceling out the cookies to be sure they last? Is your washer and dry your source of mad money? When did it get so bad, when was the last time you made a purchase for something frivolous that you did not have to think about taking back to the store? Do you feel like you are never going to have a day free of worrying about money?

Make money recycling aluminum cans, if you can get people to bring them to you, money will be the least of your worries.

Aluminum cans are everywhere. People love beverages in aluminum cans. They can take them anywhere and they chill quickly. We love them so much we make can cozies. The problem is when they are empty, they get thrown out and trash is a big problem for the planet. The good news is you can recycle them, and if you get a lot of them you can make a lot of money. You can spend your time walking the highways and going through trashcans, but the simplest route would be to have people bring them to you. Most people would be glad to have a place to take them if they know that you will accept them.

All you need to do is to put your information on your website. Let people know that you are recycling, and set up an email for them to be able to contact you. Some people may be more than happy to bring the cans to you, while others may request you pick them up, if you are able to make a route of those pickups, you can turn this small business into a big business.

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By Randall Noblet

Whew-you made it through another whirlwind Christmas. How did it go? Gauging by the mound of garbage at my door, I’d say things went pretty well here. But this year instead of chucking it all in the trash, I’m going to recycle. And you should too. Everything from your cardboard boxes to your Christmas tree can be reused. So gather it up and get ready to save the planet.

Boxes
If you’re lucky enough to have curbside recycling, it’s likely the program will accept both flat and corrugated cardboard. Break down all those boxes from your new electronics and toys and send them to the curb. No curbside recycling? Visit The Recycling Center’s website to find a center in your town, or check with local grocery stores to see if they accept boxes. And don’t forget egg nog and other cardboard food containers-just give them a good scrub before dropping them in the recycling box.

Batteries
Because of all the toxic metals in rechargeable batteries-think mercury, lead acid, nickel cadmium, alkaline, and nickel metal hydride-it’s important that you dispose of them properly. And thanks to the Battery Act of 1996, recycling rechargeable NiCard, NiMH, Lithium-Ion, and sealed lead-acid batteries is easier than ever. The next time you’re out and about swing by a local retail store like Home Depot, Wal-Mart, or Target to drop off your dead rechargeable batteries to be recycled.

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