Hey there, Earth heroes! Are you ready to save the planet? Of course you are! Let’s start by taking a look at these awesome recycling symbols that you can print out and use to help you sort your waste.
The Classic Recycling Symbol
First up, we’ve got the classic recycling symbol. You know the one – three arrows in a triangle, each arrow representing a different material that can be recycled: paper, plastic, and metal. Print out this symbol and stick it on your recycling bin to remind yourself (and your friends and family) what can go in there.
The Plastic Recycling Symbol
Plastic can be a tricky material to recycle, but it’s important that we do our best to keep it out of landfills. This plastic recycling symbol will help you identify which plastics can be recycled in your area – just make sure you check with your local recycling center to see which numbers they accept.
The Paper Recycling Symbol
Recycling paper is a must if we want to reduce the amount of trees that are cut down each year. This paper recycling symbol reminds us that not all paper can be recycled – for example, tissue paper and paper towels are often coated with chemicals that make them unsuitable for recycling.
The Glass Recycling Symbol
Glass is one of the easiest materials to recycle – it can be melted down and reused endlessly without losing quality. Use this glass recycling symbol to remind yourself (and your friends and family) to recycle all your glass bottles and jars.
The Metal Recycling Symbol
Metal is another material that can be recycled over and over again without losing quality. This metal recycling symbol is a great reminder to recycle all your metal cans and containers – just make sure you rinse them out first!
The Compostable Symbol
Composting is a great way to reduce the amount of organic waste that ends up in landfills. This compostable symbol reminds us to compost all our food scraps and yard waste – just make sure you know what you’re doing before you start!
The Hazardous Waste Symbol
Hazardous waste includes things like batteries, electronics, and cleaning products that can harm the environment if they’re not disposed of properly. This hazardous waste symbol is a reminder to take these materials to a special recycling center instead of throwing them in the trash.
The E-Waste Symbol
Speaking of electronics, they’re a huge source of waste that can be recycled. This e-waste symbol is a reminder to take your old phones, computers, and other electronics to a special recycling center that can safely process them.
The Battery Recycling Symbol
Batteries contain harmful chemicals and heavy metals that can leach into the earth if they’re not disposed of properly. This battery recycling symbol is a reminder to take your old batteries to a special recycling center that can safely dispose of them.
So there you have it, folks – a whole bunch of recycling symbols to help you sort your waste and keep the planet clean. Remember, every little bit helps, so don’t be afraid to do your part!
