Alcoa introduces new ways to recycle aluminum cans

Alcoa announced the launch of a free, user friendly iPhone application compatible with iPhone, iPod touch and iPad that will make it fun and easy for consumers to recycle aluminum cans.

The new app called Aluminate will help consumers find recycling centers, track how many aluminum they cans recycle and calculate the cash they can earn as they help protect the environment through recycling aluminum cans.

Alcoa’s Aluminate recycling app has several unique features that allow users to make the most of their recycling efforts. It allows them to:

1. Keep track of individual and team recycling efforts making it a great way to start a recycling drive with others,

2. Calculate the cash they can earn based on the amount of aluminum cans recycled,

3. Locate a recycling center,

4. Share their results with others on Facebook or by email,

5. Aluminate their picture and post online,

6. Watch videos and read fun facts about how recycling aluminum can help save energy and protect the environment.

Mr Beth Schmitt director of Recycling for Alcoa said that “This app is the most comprehensive available for anyone who wants to recycle aluminum cans. It’s a cool way to keep track of the cans you recycle and the cash you’re earning while you take positive steps to protect the environment. It’s great for organizations that want to create a recycling campaign and to encourage others to join their efforts.”

（Sourced from www.azom.com）