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Wormy World . Recycling is important because it: Saves energy. Conserves natural resources. Prolongs the life of resources made from the first product. Reduces the amount of waste being sent to landfill. For example: One (1) tone of recycled paper or cardboard saves approximately;
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Recycling is important because it: • Saves energy. • Conserves natural resources. • Prolongs the life of resources made from the first product. • Reduces the amount of waste being sent to landfill. • For example: One (1) tone of recycled paper or cardboard saves approximately; • 13 trees, • 2.5 barrels of oil, • 4,100 kw of electricity, • 4 cubic meters of landfill (tipping space), • 31, 780 liters of water. Why is recycling so important?