Did you know that steel is the most recycled material in the world? According to World Steel Association estimates, the 20 billionth tonne of steel was recycled in October 2007. Almost all available steel is recycled.

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The beginning or the end? A scrapyard isn't a pretty place. In essence, it's a graveyard. But it's the beginning of steel making that uses less natural resources.
We rely on automobiles to transport us from place to place. We also rely on automobiles to keep us safe. Fortunately auto manufacturers depend on steel to protect their customers. In addition to its strength, durability and dependability, steel is also recyclable and contains recycled steel.

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This instructive paper, published by the Steel Recycling Institute, provides an overview of the methods used to produce steel in North America today, and describes steel’s inherent recycled content. Though its facts and statistics are specific to the North American market place, it provides valuable information on today's steel recycling practices.

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