The Life Span of Litter. Reuse and Recycle.

By on May 14th, 2010

Please reuse and recycle. Think twice about what you throw away and report litterers. We must preserve this planet for us and for future generations… it’s the only one we have. Below are the life span of common littered items.

Paper towels—2-4 weeks

Newspaper——6 weeks

Apple Core——2 months

Waxed milk cartons—3 months

Photodegradable 6 pack ring–6 months

StrBiodegradable diaper—1 year

Wool glove—1 year

Plywood—1-3 years

Styrofoam cup—80 years

Tin can—50 years

Styrofoam buoy—80 years

Aluminum cans—200 years

Plastic 6 pack ring—-400 years

Plastic bottle—-450 years

Disposable diaper—450 years

Monofilament fishing line—600 years

Glass bottles & jars—-could be forever

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