Introducing the SHiFT National Vehicle Retirement Program
In partnership with the Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA) and the Automotive Recycling Training Institute (ARTI), the SHiFT National Vehicle Retirement Initiative™ is a social enterprise dedicated to responsibly recycling vehicles, ensuring environmentally friendly procedures from start to finish.Through its comprehensive approach, SHiFT along with it’s partners not only lessen the environmental impact of individual vehicles
Can Electric Cars Be Recycled?
Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming the new normal. They are filled with up-to-date technologies, bringing added convenience and cost-saving benefits to the consumer. With EV technology advancing further every day and increasing numbers appearing on our roads, it’s important to consider their impact on the environment. Although they are typically a more carbon-friendly alternative, the
Why It’s Important to Recycle Scrap Metal
While every day millions of Americans place household items in their recycling bin for collection, many of the common household items and office equipment made from metal – which can be successfully recycled to make new products – often get overlooked. While many recognize the benefits of recycling and do so on a daily basis,
The Truth About Electric Vehicles
Is a Prius worse for the planet than a Hummer? Are EVs coal-powered cars? Do electric cars produce more CO2 than gasoline (ICE) vehicles? Well, it depends who you ask. It seems every time something EV related is published, people feel compelled to share their own research. So, how do you know which information is
America Recycles Day 2022
It’s America Recycles Day! Today, Americans spend the day recognizing the importance of recycling for a greener Earth. This may be by recycling items at home, work, school, etc. Although recycling smaller items can help the environment, you may be overlooking the items you own that can make even greater impacts. Did you know that
Momentum Builds Behind Electric Cars in RI
If you’re a Rhode Island resident, you’ve probably noticed a recent increase in electric vehicles (EVs) on the road. You may be asking yourself, “how can all of these people afford electric cars?!” For many years, there’s been a stereotype that only wealthy individuals can afford them. Through recent efforts, electric vehicles are becoming more
Scrap Metal Market March 2020: Coronavirus Threatens U.S. Steel and Automakers’ Production
March scrap steel price drops amid coronavirus market scares After two consecutive months of increased national scrap steel prices, the market has now dropped off slightly due to widespread global panic over the coronavirus. In March, the national price of scrap steel is now exactly $141, a decrease of 2.35 percent, or less than four