Construction/Building Materials
According to the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality "C&D debris is uncontaminated solid waste resulting from construction, building remodeling, repair, deconstruction or demolition operations. It is estimated that it is the source for 30% of all waste sent to the municipal landfills. Much of the waste could be usable. We pay three times for materials that aren't used or recycled: once when we buy materials, second for disposal and third time when we purchase new materials to replace those that could have been reused."
The Sourcebook for Green & Sustainable Building contains valuable information related to the greening of the building industry.
The Industrial, Commercial and Institutional waste stream is often referred to as "IC&I".The US EPA describes various forms of IC&I waste on their website.
Did you know...?
One ton of recycled steel saves 1.4 tones of iron ore and 3.6 barrels of oil.5
The Industrial, Commercial and Institutional waste stream is often referred to as "IC&I".The US EPA describes various forms of IC&I waste on their website.
Construction & Demolition
Construction and demolition waste is generated through building or destruction of roads, bridges, and buildings. The US EPA lists some examples such as:
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bricks, concrete
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wood, trees, stumps
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asphalt
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glass, plastics
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doors, windows
Scrap Metal
What is scrap metal?
There are many products that would be classified as scrap metal. Many of these products are common products that you probably use everyday. Some examples of commonly recycled scrap metal products include:
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Automobiles
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Bed frames and mattress springs
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Bicycles
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Farm equipment
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Food and beverage containers
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Electrical wire
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Small household appliances and white goods. Do you have an appliance that you would like to recycle, click here.
