3 Benefits of Metal Recycling

July 29, 2021
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Metal Recycling is an important step in helping keep the environment clean. Recycling reduces the amount of metal in landfills which are already reaching their capacity. Additionally, recycling scrap metal uses less energy and water compared to mining for ore.


The main advantages of recycling metals compared to producing metals include:

1. Less Damage to the Environment

This is done through having fewer quarries and mines which means there is less noise and heavy traffic.

2. Saves Valuable Raw Materials

Which means reserves of metal ores will last longer.

3. Saves Energy

As previously mentioned, less energy is used to produce a metal making the process more economic.


When large appliances like fridges, washing machines, dryers, A/C units, and vehicles are dumped on the side of the road it creates an environmental hazard. These pose threats to not only the environment but also to human health. As these degrade they release pollutants like oil, diesel, petrol, transmission, and brake fluids into the soil. 


These are the major reasons why metal recycling is beneficial to not only the environment but also to the economy and the well-being of individuals.


Give us a call on 0407 594 457 or send in an enquiry through our form and we can help you do your part in helping the environment!


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