The experts at Governmental Advisory Associates maintain a comprehensive database of U.S. materials recovery facilities. The statistics below come from that firm’s ongoing research.

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Although it’s often called the strawberry capital of the world, Watsonville, Calif. has some recycling initiatives that set it apart as well.
Monterey Bay is known for its whales, dolphins, seals and other sea life. Accordingly, the Monterey Bay Aquarium is famous for its living kelp forest and early success in Great White Shark care.


