With the going green era weighing heavily on everyone, taking care of the Earth is becoming a bigger deal now than ever. Most people want to find ways that they can promote a healthier life on Earth. The good thing is that there are many ways to go green. Teens can even use going green and recycling to make some extra cash on the side.

What exactly is recycling? Well, the act of recycling involves taking things that can be reused and sending them off to be made into new products instead of having to use new resources. There are so many products out there that can be recycled, and this should definitely be taken advantage of.

Teen can actually learn a lot by recycling. It is teaching them for their future how to better take care of the planet. It is also a great way for them to make a little extra money while they are in high school. Lets face it, teens love ways that they can make money. Why not promote going green while they are doing it?

The first thing that they can do is start a service that offers recycling to their neighbors. They can start out in their own neighborhoods and work their way into the local community. By doing this, they can pick up and collect recyclables, sort them, and take them to a local drop off. They will be able to charge a fee for this on a weekly basis.

The main thing that you have to worry about is how they will be transported. If they have their own transportation, that is great. If not, then you may have to take on the responsibility of carting them around. Just remember that they are doing a good deed for the planet earth, and bear with them.

Another thing that they can do is use some of the recycled products to make new products. These days creativity is running wild in kids and teens. Let them use it to see what they can create. They can then sell their products later online or in local flea markets.

There are many things that people can recycle that may be worth money online. If they pick up things that look like they may have some sort of value – such as electronics or computer parts- then they may want to check the value before chucking it out to the recycling bin.

Let them open up their own second hand shop. This is a great way for them to learn how business operates and how they can make money by working for themselves. It will not only help them to learn the basics of recycling, but it will also help them to learn to be a productive member of society.

As you can see, teens can really make good money with recycling. It is a great way to encourage a greener environment while also making it fun for them.

Debi Geroux is the President of Purple Kitty LLC and webmaster of Free Craft Patterns and Free Crochet Patterns which bring you craft ideas, free patterns and recipes.