Steel is everywhere, doing its job without much fanfare. It’s in your car, your home, your appliances, even the can holding your favourite drink. We rely on it every day, and for good reason - it’s strong, versatile, and lasts forever. You probably don’t think about it much, but steel is also endlessly recyclable. That means the same piece of steel can go from being part of a bridge to a soda can to a reusable water bottle, all without losing its strength or quality. This unique ability to transform is why steel has become a cornerstone of sustainability. Let’s break it down and see why recycling steel matters, how it works, and how we are making a difference with our own recycled steel products. Quick links Why steel is the "Phoenix" of materials Sustainability in steel recycling How steel recycling affects everyday life Common products made with recycled steel How we are turning recycled steel into everyday essentials Recycling steel is like borrowing a book How you can join the movement Steel's story never ends Why steel is the "Phoenix" of materials Steel is like a phoenix - it rises again and again. When an old skyscraper is torn down, its steel framework doesn’t just disappear. Instead, it’s recycled and can end up as the frame of a new car, a soup can, or even the thermal bottle you carry every day. It doesn’t matter how many times you recycle steel - it never loses its durability or versatility. It can be recycled indefinitely. In fact, steel is one of the most recycled materials in the world, with over 80% of steel products being recycled globally. This is because steel is easy to work with. Its magnetic properties make it simple to separate from other materials, so nothing goes to waste. That means a large portion of the steel around you has probably lived a few lives already. Sustainability in steel recycling When we recycle steel, we are not just reusing a material, we are saving energy, reducing pollution, and conserving resources. Here is a closer look: Saving energy Recycling steel takes about 75% less energy than making new steel from raw materials. That’s a huge difference! To put it into perspective, the energy saved from recycling just one tonne of steel could power a household for nearly a year. Cutting down on emissions Steel production from raw materials generates a tonne of carbon dioxide, which contributes to climate change. By recycling steel, we cut those emissions by more than half. A simple way to make a big impact on our planet’s health. Protecting natural resources Mining for iron ore and coal, the main ingredients in steel, takes a heavy toll on the environment. Recycling steel reduces the need for mining, preserving natural habitats and reducing soil and water pollution. Reducing landfill waste Steel doesn’t break down in landfills. Recycling ensures it doesn’t end up there in the first place. Every piece of steel recycled is one less item clogging up our planet. How steel recycling affects everyday life Recycling steel has an incredible ripple effect that reaches far beyond just reusing materials. It’s much cheaper to produce recycled steel than to make it from scratch, which means those savings often end up benefiting consumers. Recycling steel is also helping to build a cleaner future. Every piece of recycled steel keeps waste out of landfills and reduces the strain on the planet, making a real difference for the generations that come after us. Common products made with recycled steel When you think about steel recycling, you might picture massive industrial plants, but the results show up in your daily life. Here are a few examples of where recycled steel goes: Your car: That sturdy frame? Likely made from a mix of recycled steel. Buildings: Skyscrapers, bridges, and even your home rely on recycled steel for structural integrity. Cans and packaging: That can of soup or soda? A second (or third, or fourth) life for steel. Household goods: Cookware, tools, and even furniture often come from recycled steel. How we are turning recycled steel into everyday essentials At our core, we believe in giving materials a second, third, and fourth chance. That's what circularity is all about - keeping resources in use for as long as possible instead of letting them end up in a landfill. That’s the mission driving everything we make: to create products that help close the loop. Reusable thermal bottles Our thermal bottles are made from recycled steel and designed to stick with you for years. Your coffee stays hot on the coldest mornings, your water stays icy when the sun’s blazing, and you never have to think twice about using single-use plastic bottles again. Hybrid bottles and tumblers Then there are our hybrid bottles. It's a bottle and a tumbler rolled into one. Need a tumbler? Got it. Need a water bottle? It’s that, too. Use it for your morning tea, switch it up with an afternoon smoothie, or bring water along for a hike - it's built to handle all of it. Why buy two things when one can do the job perfectly? Our recycled steel tumblers follow the same idea. They are solid, stylish, and built to last for years. No cracks, no leaks, no throwing them away after a few uses. Recycled steel products for kids And we haven’t forgotten about the little ones. Our lunch boxes are made from the same recycled steel, designed to survive the wild world of school lunchrooms and the occasional fall off the kitchen table. They are safe, reusable, and easy to clean. Pair them with the Polarn O. Pyret reusable bottle for a complete, sustainable lunch solution that’s perfect for kids on the go. Recycling steel is like borrowing a book Think of steel as a library book. You borrow it, use it, and then return it so someone else can enjoy it. Recycling steel works the same way. It's borrowed from the Earth, used for a while, and then returned to be used again. The more people who 'return' their steel, whether it’s a soda can, an old car, or an appliance, the better the system works. How you can join the movement You don’t have to work in a factory to make a difference with steel recycling - it’s something anyone can do. Start by making sure any steel items you are getting rid of, like old appliances or cans, end up in the recycling bin instead of the trash. When you are shopping, choose products made from recycled steel so you are actively supporting the cycle. And don’t keep it to yourself! Spread the word! Let others know how easy it is to help reduce waste and protect the planet through something as simple as recycling steel. Steel's story never ends Steel is like a tireless worker, clocking in day after day, ready to take on a new task. It doesn’t retire, it reinvents itself. A bridge today might become a car tomorrow, and that car could eventually become the thermal bottle you hold in your hand. When we recycle steel, we are not just extending its usefulness - we are weaving it into the fabric of our lives over and over again. It’s a material that refuses to sit idle, constantly finding a new purpose. By choosing recycled steel, we are part of this never-ending cycle of transformation. So, let's keep steel awake and alive. Every can, every beam, every product we recycle is another chapter in its endless story, a story we get to write together.