Uncovering the mystery

To solve the mystery of the can versus bottle debate I asked 6 popular spots in my town if they recycle cans and glass bottles that are used. Hardly getting a reply, the first two places (who have the same owner) said they do not recycle at all, very disappointing as my friends and I spend a lot of our time there. Leaving me at a bit of an ethical crossroad as well.

The next place (that was opened quite recently) indicated that they recycle all their glass bottles and cans, which was quite a surprise to me. The fourth place was n club whom I assumed would not really take any interest in the recycling of any goods as most of its customers usually do not even remember what street their on, totally besides the point, but even they recycle their glass bottles. The other nightclub indicated that they recycle 65%. What does that 65% mean, 65% of what exactly? I’m not sure what that means and have requested some more information to figure out their recycling habits, on the positive side at least they are doing 65% of some form of recycling.

Still waiting on a reply from the last place which has a more sit down cocktail lounge feel, tedious thing waiting. And it has been close to a week now.

The matter I guess comes down to your attitude towards recycling and how much value you place on helping the environment. Most clubs, cocktail lounges or hang outs are not aware that people have a need to be more environmentally friendly which leads them to a state of inactivity. It is assumed that no one gives a damn anyway, and that their contribution will have no effect whatsoever. Take a stand and put some pressure on the places where you love to spend time with your friends.

If that fails, take your business elsewhere. Or switch to bottles. (Most businesses seem to recycle bottles because of their perceived higher value)

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