Recyling overview. Solid waste and its relationship to recyling. History of recycling including recent surge of environmental consciousness. Overview. Aluminum. Automobiles. Building materials: sand, gravel, asphalt. Copper and brass. Glass. Gold and silver, Lead. Oil. Paper. Plastic. Steel. Tires. Wood pallets. Other metals. Miscellaneous items. Unsettled issue. Recoverability. Legislation. Elements of a successful recylcing program. Markets: how to find markets. Government. Government cost. Fund raising. Business. Office recycling. Cardboard recycling. Specialized programs. Complete the cycle. Technical assistance disclaimer. Appendices: end users, marketing service organization, periodicals concerned with recycling. Governmental contracts, state recycling associations, national environmental groups, chemical testing supplies.
