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Earth Day 2023: Recycle Your Industrial Scrap Metals For Earth Day!

According to the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency), 292.4 million tons of municipal solid waste in the U.S. was created in 2018 which equals approximately 4.9 pounds per person per day.  Of the waste generated, just about 69 million tons were […]

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Scrap Metal Recycling and Sustainability

Does your industrial Phoenix business recycle its scrap metal?  If so, you’re choosing to make a sustainable business decision.  Perhaps your business uses recycled metals for its manufactured products, utilizes clean energy sources, low emission delivery services, or prides itself […]

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How to Choose an Industrial Scrap Metal Recycling Company

Are you looking to recycle scrap metal for your Phoenix-based manufacturing business? Recycling scrap metal is beneficial for your business, the economy, and the environment.   CRI specializes in scrap metal recycling for industrial and manufacturing businesses throughout Maricopa County.  […]

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Industrial Scrap Metal Recycling and a Circular Economy in Phoenix

Did you know that 60% of the copper produced since the 1900’s is still in use?  This means metal recycling is really paying off!  In order to contribute to a circular economy, practices like industrial scrap metal recycling are crucial, […]

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Growth in Manufacturers Within the Greater Phoenix Region

Becoming a growing hub for manufacturing employment and operations, greater Phoenix has approximately 140,375 employees and 3,500 manufacturing businesses.  The region is expected to increase 8% by 2026. Why Manufacturers Choose Maricopa County in Phoenix There are three main reasons […]

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Maricopa County Steel Recycling 101

Does your Maricopa County manufacturing business create excess scrap metal?  If you aren’t doing so already, it may be time for scrap metal recycling.  Why Recycle Steel Scrap Metal? Recycling can benefit your business financially as well as lower your […]

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Recycling Steel in The City of Phoenix

Steel is the most recycled material in North America.  According to the National Institutes of Health, recycling scrap metal may reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 200 million tons and use 40 percent less water.  That’s why it is crucial to […]

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In Phoenix, Big Developers Equals Big Recycling Opportunities

The city of Phoenix is changing fast.  By population, it’s become the 5th largest city in the United States.  We see endless construction projects in the works, the tech industry booming, and commercial and industrial real estate projects spanning across […]

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Recycling Copper in Maricopa County

Recycling Copper in Maricopa County

The United States has no need to import copper, according to the Copper Development Association.  Copper is a 100% recyclable material which has a recycling rate higher than that of any other engineering metal.  This means, there is no more […]

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Recycling & Sustainability Initiatives in Phoenix Arizona

If you live in Maricopa County, you’ve probably noticed the explosion of new businesses including technology, real estate, manufacturing, and industrial industries.  With each new factory, plant, and Silicon Valley-esque tech company, comes sustainable opportunities.  Each new product being produced, […]

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