Drink Out of Aluminum!

Aluminum truly is one of the best packing materials available today. Not only is the packaging incredibly sustainable, but it also has practically infinite recyclability.  

Key points about aluminum recycling:

• No quality loss: 
Unlike many other materials, aluminum retains its properties even after multiple recycling cycles, allowing it to be recycled again and again.

• High energy savings: 
Recycling aluminum requires significantly less energy than producing new aluminum from bauxite ore, resulting in a large environmental benefit.

• Wide application: 
Aluminum is used in a variety of products, from beverage cans to building materials, which means there is a large potential for recycling.

• Minimal processing needed: 
Aluminum can be easily separated and cleaned during the recycling process, making it relatively simple to recycle.

ORS/The Exchange intends to continue bringing back source separation because it increases the amount of material that is actually recycled (better for the environment), and it saves everyone money (better for the local economy). We currently encourage self-separation at the “Z-wall” for all your aluminum, glass, steel cans, and cardboard.