Alcoa Recycling

Proposal for National Bottle Bill

Last week on Earth Day, Congressman Edward Markey (D- Mass.) re-introduced the Bottle Recycling Climate Protection Act, which would establish a 5 cent national deposit on beverage containers.  This piece of legislation is aimed to increase the recycling rates of beverage containers which in turn will reduce global warming pollution and dependence on foreign energy sources.   

For more information about this bill, visit Rep. Markey's website. 

EPA's Pick 5 for the Environment

Now that Earth Day has come and gone, the EPA is wondering what steps you'll take now to improve the environment.  Check out their Pick 5 for the Environment page and select the actions that you do to reduce your environmental impact.  Make comments and learn from what others are doing to take action to protect the environment. 

Alcoa Recycling On Campus for UT's Earth Day

Alcoa Recycling attended the University of Tennessee's Earth Day event on Wednesday, April 22- the official date of Earth Day.  There were a host of different environmental groups from the area to promote environmental awareness to students and staff alike.  At Alcoa's booth, approximately 50 Alcoa recycling bins were available to those who signed recycling pledge cards to show their commitment to recycling. Informational recycling guides, Alcoa brochures, recycled content pencils and magnets were distributed as well.  The event was aimed to increase awareness about various environmental issues, including recycling.  The student environmental group, Students Promoting Environmental Action in Knoxville (SPEAK), organized this campus event. 

Today's Aluminum Pricing Information

Based on today’s London Metal Exchange market, the retail price for used beverage cans is around $.35 per pound.  The day’s wholesale price for mills is around $.50 per pound.  The retail price refers to the amount charged to store customers, such as at a scrap metal buy-back center.  The wholesale price describes the amount paid by large sheet mills buying large quantities of used beverage cans. 

Disclaimer:
* Wholesale Prices shown are indicative prices only, and are not an offer to buy from Alcoa or its representatives.
* Prices are for used aluminum beverage cans in bales or briquettes in truckload lots delivered to aluminum sheet mills in the USA.
* Quality specifications are subject to the unique requirements of each mill.
* Retail Prices are indicative prices only, and are not an offer to buy from Alcoa or its representatives.
* Prices are for loose or flattened used aluminum beverages cans delivered to local scrap buyers.
* Quality and prices will vary by region and sellers are advised to consult with local scrap buyers for specific market conditions.

Today's Aluminum Pricing Information

Based on today’s London Metal Exchange market, the retail price for used beverage cans is around $.35 per pound.  The day’s wholesale price for mills is around $.50 per pound.  The retail price refers to the amount charged to store customers, such as at a scrap metal buy-back center.  The wholesale price describes the amount paid by large sheet mills buying large quantities of used beverage cans. 

Disclaimer:
* Wholesale Prices shown are indicative prices only, and are not an offer to buy from Alcoa or its representatives.
* Prices are for used aluminum beverage cans in bales or briquettes in truckload lots delivered to aluminum sheet mills in the USA.
* Quality specifications are subject to the unique requirements of each mill.
* Retail Prices are indicative prices only, and are not an offer to buy from Alcoa or its representatives.
* Prices are for loose or flattened used aluminum beverages cans delivered to local scrap buyers.
* Quality and prices will vary by region and sellers are advised to consult with local scrap buyers for specific market conditions.

Alcoa Recycling Distributes Recycling Bins, Raises Recycling Awareness at EarthFest '09

Alcoa Recycling was a sponsor and event exhibitor at Knoxville's Earth Day festival known as EarthFest.  This festival took place last weekend on Saturday, April 18 at Pellissippi State Community College and attracted over 10,000 attendees from around the area. 

At this festival Alcoa volunteers distributed over 300 recycling bins to attendees who signed a recycling pledge card to commit to recycle at home and work.  Donations were also collected in exchange for the recycling bins and proceeds were donated to two environmental non-profits, the Tennessee Valley Earth Partnership (TVEP) and the Knoxville Recycling Coalition (KRC).  TVEP is the organization that runs EarthFest every year and KRC is a local educational group that promotes recycling in the community. 

Volunteers at Alcoa Recycling's booth also handed out recycling guides to inform people of where to recycle and what they can recycle in their communities.  In addition, educational CDs on recycling were given away along with pencils made from recycled U.S. currency.  Information on Alcoa's recycling initiatives was displayed on large banners describing Alcoa's involvement in the recycling process and how we are engaged in local, regional, and national campaigns to increase recycling rates. 

   

Send Earth Day E-Card from Alcoa.com!

Since today is officially Earth Day, send out an Earth Day E-card to your friends and family through Alcoa's Earth Day page, where you can also learn about ways to help the planet while on the move, at the store, in the yard, at the curb, or at work.  So many ways to make a difference!

Check EPA Map for Your Area's Earth Day Events

Since tomorrow is Earth Day get prepared to celebrate by visiting the EPA's map to figure out what's happening in your area to honor this special day.  Earth Day was first celebrated in the year 1970, which is also when the Environmental Protection Agency was created by President Richard Nixon.  Visit the EPA site to learn about how you can get involved in your area's Earth Day celebrations!

Today's Aluminum Pricing Information

Based on today’s London Metal Exchange market, the retail price for used beverage cans is around $.35 per pound.  The day’s wholesale price for mills is around $.50 per pound.  The retail price refers to the amount charged to store customers, such as at a scrap metal buy-back center.  The wholesale price describes the amount paid by large sheet mills buying large quantities of used beverage cans. 

Disclaimer:
* Wholesale Prices shown are indicative prices only, and are not an offer to buy from Alcoa or its representatives.
* Prices are for used aluminum beverage cans in bales or briquettes in truckload lots delivered to aluminum sheet mills in the USA.
* Quality specifications are subject to the unique requirements of each mill.
* Retail Prices are indicative prices only, and are not an offer to buy from Alcoa or its representatives.
* Prices are for loose or flattened used aluminum beverages cans delivered to local scrap buyers.
* Quality and prices will vary by region and sellers are advised to consult with local scrap buyers for specific market conditions.

Visit Alcoa Recycling at EarthFest Tomorrow!

Come visit Alcoa Recycling's booth at Knoxville's Earth Day celebration, called EarthFest, tomorrow Saturday, April 18 from 10am-6pm at Pellissippi State Technical Community College.  The event will have a wide assortment of booths, crafts, kids area, food, musical entertainment, and much more!  This is the 10th anniversary of EarthFest, so we hope you attend and help us celebrate! 

For more information, check out the event website!