Today's Forbes article illustrates the gap between the US and much of the world when it comes to recycling municipal waste. As a country we have a ways to go when it comes to reducing the burden on landfills.
Today's Forbes article illustrates the gap between the US and much of the world when it comes to recycling municipal waste. As a country we have a ways to go when it comes to reducing the burden on landfills.
Thankfully we are doing significantly better when it comes to aluminum - nearly 100% of all domestic industrial aluminum scrap is recycled, and around 75% of all aluminum ever produced is still in circulation. While recycling some materials creates a net loss in value and energy consumption, aluminum recycling is hugely positive. Recycling aluminum saves over 90% of the energy used to create new aluminum, and the aluminum industry as a whole generates $65 Billion in direct economic impact. Click here to learn more about Spectro's direct environmental impact.
Aluminum Facts Source: Aluminum Association
Rosemount-based recycling companys Giving Together program supports charities that strengthen the community. Spectro Alloys donated $100,000 to 16 Minnesota nonprofits, ranging from local groups in Dakota County to major state-wide organizations.
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Spectro Alloys, the leading Midwest-based recycler of aluminum, today announced it has donated $100,000 to 17 nonprofits as part of its annual “Giving Together” program.
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$18.50Hr Starting Wages - No Experience Necessary High quality employees are the backbone of Spectro Alloys. Across our company, from manufacturing to quality assurance, our people have an average of 15 years of experience.
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