The United States observe America Recycles Day on November 15th, a nationally recognized day dedicated to encouraging Americans to recycle and buy recycled products.

According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), "the average American discards about 4.5 pounds of trash, also known as solid waste, every day. This trash goes mostly to landfills, where it is compacted and buried. Thirty-three percent of solid waste, or 83 million tons, is recovered and recycled or composted; and 54 percent, or 135 million tons, is disposed of in landfills."

Through events held across the country on November 15th, the Day intends to raise awareness and increase recycling rate, ultimately seeking to reduce pressure on landfills, resources and the environment.

(Source: America Recycles Day - November 15th [EPA])