The Jobs Story: Recycling Is Good Industrial Policy

Earth911
Jul 14, 2026, 7:00 am117 ptsTrending
The recycling industry creates $184 billion in economic activity each year and supports 603,000 jobs. Unlike most American manufacturing, these jobs cannot be moved to lower-wage countries. Recycling is local work because the materials are heavy and must be collected nearby. This local focus is a key but often…

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