According to Castrol, almost half of the oil changes done in the United States are performed by car owners who do it themselves. Although the majority of those people follow proper procedures, one oil change - improperly disposed and not recycled - can contaminate one million gallons of fresh water, which is a year's supply for 50 people. With some basic information at Castrol/Recycling, Americans can learn tips on how to properly dispose of used motor oil as well as locate area recycling centers.
"Many times it is a lack of information that prevents people from acting responsibly," said Derrick Mains, VP of Energy Reclamation Initiatives with Earth911.com. "Earth 911.com and Castrol hope to help inform the public about the issue of improperly disposing used motor oil and give those that change their own oil the resources to take the necessary steps toward safe recycling."
Used motor oil is insoluble, slow to degrade and can contain heavy metals. Used motor oil, if not disposed of properly or recycled, can be a source of contamination in waterways and can result in pollution of drinking-water sources.
"It is our responsibility to protect the earth for future generations," said Tom Battagliese, Environmental and Health Manager for Castrol. "Castrol is dedicated to helping the public find quick and simple ways to recycle used motor oil and lower the possibility of contaminating waterways."
According to Castrol, part of the teaching process is to clarify misconceptions regarding the issue. A common misconception is that oil recycling centers are difficult to find. However, there are more than 30,000 convenient recycling centers nationwide, and a majority of automotive shops and quick lube retailers will take used motor oil if it is in a proper container, like a sealable, approved oil drip pan or a motor oil bottle.
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