May 17th is World Recycling Day, raising awareness about the importance of treating waste and taking a stand for environmental protection. While the celebration began in 1994, UNESCO officially proclaimed it in 2005. Recycling is collecting and processing materials that would otherwise be thrown away as trash. It allows turning waste into new products. In this regard, recycling help reduce the amount of waste sent to landfills and incinerators, conserve natural resources, prevent pollution, create jobs, support the manufacturing industry, and more. Yet, too many people still don't know what items are and aren't recyclable! Remember: bottles, cans, paper, and cardboard are recyclable. As for organic waste, it should go to a compost bin!