Establishing an environmentally conscious organization is about more than carpooling to work, using less paper, or changing the power settings on the office computers. Going green can actually go as deep as re-evaluating your company’s purchasing habits which can translate to savings. There are many ways to make sure that your office stays current on [...]
It takes approximately 31 empty aluminum cans to equal 1 pound. As of 2014, the average weight of an empty aluminum can is 14.9 grams. One pound is equal to 453.592 grams. In order to determine the number of cans required to add up to 1 pound, it is necessary to divide the number of [...]
Discovered in the 1820s, aluminum is the most abundant metal on earth. Over 50 percent of the aluminum cans produced are recycled. A used aluminum can is recycled and back on the grocery shelf as a new can, in as little as 60 days. Aluminum is a durable and sustainable metal: two-thirds of the aluminum [...]
As you know, there are various awareness campaigns throughout the year – everything from National Zero Waste Week (hurrah) to Vegan week to Aids awareness days. But did you know that February 19th is National Tin Can Day? It might seem a little silly to have a day in praise of the tin can, but look at [...]
1. Conserves natural resources. 2. Reduces the need for landfills. 3. Prevents pollution. 4. Saves energy. 5. Creates jobs.
