Ahhh, the beach: sand, surf, sun, & seagulls. There's something about the calming sound of the waves and the relaxing feel of the sand between your toes.
However, coastal development, erosion, and water pollution are issues that go hand in hand with shoreline development. Increasing numbers of tourists visiting beaches every year take an environmental toll, putting coastal areas and the wildlife that inhabit them at risk. Careless visitors and an insufficient amount of trash and recycling containers are a danger to our beaches and boardwalks.
The City of Miami Beach, Florida understands both the importance of keeping their city clean and their tourists happy, as well as the environmental implications of bad trash collecting and recycling habits. The City is utilizing the Envirodesign Recycled Plastic Lumber Recycling Centers for their beachfront areas. These recycling centers are made from 95% post consumer content recycled plastic (milk jugs) and are available in 25, 32, or 55 gallon options. They are made in many sizes and colors and are designed especially for the collection of both waste and recyclables at non-residential locations.
The Envirodesign Recycling Receptacles best serves the needs of the Miami Beach community because their modular configuration offers the perfect option for public area recycling and waste collection centers.
When visiting your local beach this summer, make a difference. Recycling is one of the easiest ways to reduce your carbon footprint. Leave those footprints on the sand only!
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