Spotlight- Recycling Employs 81,322 People In Pennsylvania, Celebrate America Recycles Day Nov. 15

On November 15, Americans will celebrate America Recycles Day. On that day and every day, recycling is a simple way in which everyone in your community can protect the environment, preserve our natural resources, and contribute to the economic well-being of our nation.

According to the National Recycling Coalition, the recycling industry is comparable in size to the auto and truck manufacturing industry. In the state of Pennsylvania, according to a Recycling Economic Information Study Update conducted by the Northeast Recycling Council dated February 2009, recycling means business in Pennsylvania. Recycling and Reuse employment translates to 81,322 jobs. That’s a lot of jobs! By recycling, we help keep or create jobs in our communities.

Every little bit helps. PROP, as your state recycling organization, invites everyone in Pennsylvania to renew his or her commitment to recycling and buying recycled products this year. Fill out a pledge form online at the America Recycles Day website and take your commitment to recycling to the next level.