waste not, want not

as americans, we are responsible for producing 4.5 pounds of waste per person each day, according to recent epa study. 

33% is recovered via composting or recycling
13% is incinerated
55% is sent straight to the landfill

we have come a long way over the past half century and have an opportunity to continue further.
increased recycling and growth of the recycling industry:

• curb emission of many greenhouse gases
• curb water pollution
  
• saves energy
• supplies resourced raw materials to industry
  
• creates green collar jobs
• stimulates the development of green technology/industry 
  
• conserves resources
• reduces the need for new landfills and trash incinerators

 reduce, reuse, recycle.