Recycling
We take our environmental responsibility seriously!
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All paper we shred is 100% recycled.
- All cardboard boxes we receive from the customer are recycled.
- Total Secure Shredding, Inc. attempts to use 100% recycled paper for all its office needs.
The average American uses more than 655 pounds of paper every year. By using recycled paper products you can help reduce the consumption of trees and other natural resources. The use of 100% recycled paper results in:
- 100% fewer trees used
- 42% less energy used
- 37% fewer greenhouse gas emissions
- 46% less water used.
One ton of recycled office paper, or just under 72 standard size file boxes, saves:
- 4,100 kilowatt hours of energy
- 9 barrels of oils
- 54 million BTU's of Energy
- 60 lbs of air pollutants not released into the atmosphere
- 7,000 gallons of water
- 3.3 cubic yards of landfill space
- 20 trees
We are constantly working to reduce our environmental impact and that of our customers. Remember, every little bit helps! |