Recycling Symbols Explained
These
symbols are a guide to how widely different packaging items are recycled,
however you should always follow the advice of your local authority.
The Green Dot
The Green Dot does
NOT necessarily mean that the packaging can be recycled. It is a symbol used on
packaging in many European countries and signifies that the producer has made a
contribution towards the recycling of packaging.
Plastics
Identifies the type
of plastic: PET and HDPE bottles are recycled by the majority of local
authorities.
Glass
Please dispose of
glass bottles and jars in a bottle bank (but remember to separate colours) or
use your glass kerbside collection if you have one.
Recyclable Aluminium
Can be placed in an
aluminium recycling facility.
Recyclable Steel
Can be placed in a
steel recycling facility.
CD Recycling
Some companies are now encouraging the
recycling of CD's and DVD's.
Mobius Loop
Indicates that an
object is capable of being recycled - not that the object has been recycled.
Mobius Loop with
percentage
Shows the percentage
of recycled material contained in the product.
Paper
To be given the
National Association of Paper Merchants mark, paper or board must be made from
a minimum of 75% genuine waste paper and / or board fibre, no part of which
should contain mill produced waste fibre.
Other labels
Other labels you
might see on packaging include:
Wood
The Forest
Stewardship Council logo identifies products which contain wood from well
managed forests independently certified in accordance with the rules of the FSC
A.C.
Tidyman
Dispose of this
carefully and thoughtfully. Do not litter. This doesn’t relate to recycling,
but is a reminder to be a good citizen, disposing of the item in the most
appropriate manner.
Recycled Computer Keyboard
Keyboard Bags
Necklace "geek"
Bench
Picture Frame
Pencil Holders
Purse
Keyboard Geek Wear
Tree Ornaments
Recycling Batteries
Lamp Battery Stand
Battery Chess Set
Batteries Blossom a
Piece for Your Mantle
The Dead Star. An
art piece by Michel de Broin and currently on display at the Eyebeam Center for
Art and Technology in New York. While this glued mass of recycled batteries
does look like it's about to explode, it also looks a lot like a chia pet. What do you think?