Wolverines Recycled: 23.5+ Tons
On October 18, Michigan fans set a new Recycle Bowl record – diverting more than 23.5 tons of recyclables and compostables at the Big House.
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2025
23.5 tons
2024
22 tons
2023
20 tons
Baseline: 6.5 tons recycled on a typical Michigan Stadium game day.
About the Recycle Bowl
The Recycle Bowl is Michigan Athletics’ annual initiative to highlight the impact of recycling on game day. Launched in 2023, the event has quickly become a Big House tradition, breaking records each year and reinforcing the university’s commitment to a zero-waste game day.
During the 2025 Michigan–Washington matchup, fans, students, and partners collected more than 23.5 tons of recyclables and compostables as part of the event, surpassing 2024’s total and setting a new benchmark.
Closing the Loop with PET
Tens of thousands of PET bottles (recognized by the #1 chasing arrows symbol) were collected in 2024. PET is strong, lightweight, and fully recyclable – the most recycled plastic in the world. When recycled, it can be made into new bottles, apparel, and packaging, keeping materials in use and out of landfills.
PET Recycling at a High
U.S. PET bottle recycling reached its highest level since 1996.
More Recycled Content
U.S. bottles reached a record 16.2% average rPET content in 2023.
Lower Impact, Bigger Win
A PET water bottle uses ~80% less energy to produce than glass or aluminum and up to 83% fewer emissions.
Take PET Recycling Further
See what goes in the bin, how PET gets remade, and where it goes next.
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