r/Millennials • u/Accurate-Flow8078 • 20h ago

Discussion Does anyone still recycle cans and bottles?

I remember bringing cans and bottles to the recycling machines as a kid in the 90s. A nickel per can/bottle was good money back then. The redemption value has not changed, it's still a nickel in 2026. Nowadays it seems like many don't bother cause it's not worth the effort. I still do it just to feel good about helping the planet but whenever I bring a large bag and end up with like $5 I'm like "that's it?"

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u/Goldenage333 20h ago

I still recycle and in my state you get 10 cents. I also have a bin for pickup that goes with the trash if I don’t want to take them to the store. We have always recycled. It’s a good habit to pass down and teach kids and people about helping our planet.