{"product_id":"recycling-for-dummies-isbn-9781394159543","title":"Recycling For Dummies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLearn the facts about recycling and discover the best way to make an impact\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRecycling is a simple action we can take that has an immediate positive effect. It keeps waste out of landfills, conserves natural resources, prevents pollution, and saves energy. Who wouldn’t want to do this? But recycling isn’t always straightforward. With so many different rules, it can be tough to work out the right thing to do. If you’re worried that you’re not recycling properly, or wondering whether you could be recycling more, this is the book for you. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eRecycling For Dummies \u003c\/i\u003ecuts through the confusion around what you can and can’t recycle. This easy-to-follow manual breaks down recycling codes, symbols, and rules in a straightforward way that anyone can understand and apply. You’ll gain insight into the recycling process (where does that stuff go, anyway?) and learn tons of tips on reusing items in your daily life to cut down on waste. It also guides you on how to make smarter choices as a consumer to help preserve the planet for generations to come. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFigure out what common materials can and can’t be recycled\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnderstand what the recycling symbols are telling you\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplore the many specialist recycling services available\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLearn what happens to your recyclables after they get picked up\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBecome a true recycler by switching to recycled products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck out this book if you want to make your efforts count and be part of the recycling solution. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 1: Getting Started with Recycling 5\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 1: Reviewing the Elements of Recycling 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 2: Getting to Know Your Waste 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 3: Understanding the Problem with Waste 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 4: Making Sense of Recycling 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 2: Grasping Curbside Recycling 77\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 5: Conquering the Basics of Curbside Recycling 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 6: Deciphering Curbside Plastic Recycling 103\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 7: Mastering Paper and Cardboard Recycling 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 8: Recognizing Recyclable Glass 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 9: Identifying Metals and Where to Recycle Them 177\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 10: Making Sense of Multilayer Materials 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 3: Finding Solutions in Specialist Recycling 211\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 11: Starting with Soft Plastics 213\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 12: Composting to Reduce Food Waste 233\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 13: Exploring E-Waste Recycling Solutions 251\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 14: Scouting Other Recycling Programs 275\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 4: Knowing That Recycling Won’t Save the Planet on Its Own 287\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 15: Changing Our Behaviors for the Sake of Future Generations 289\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 16: Buying Recycled: Supporting Brands Turning Trash into Treasure 303\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 17: Highlighting Other Ways to Get Involved 317\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 18: Considering the Future of Recycling 329\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 5: The Part of Tens 341\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 19: Ten Recycling Myths Debunked 343\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 20: Ten Things You Thought You Couldn’t Recycle but Can 347\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChapter 21: Ten Things That Don’t Belong in Your Curbside Recycling Bin 353\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix: Waste Audit Worksheets 359\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIndex 363\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSarah Winkler \u003c\/b\u003eis an avid environmentalist with a science and project management background who loves sharing her passion for recycling. 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