This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in (1) operating facilities for separating and sorting recyclable materials from nonhazardous waste streams (i.e., garbage) and/or (2) operating facilities where commingled recyclable materials, such as paper, plastics, used beverage cans, and metals, are sorted into distinct categories.
| Average Jobs Employed | 15 | |
| Average Loan Given | $173,192 | |
| Number of Loans Given | 1122 | |
| Total Amount Loaned | $194,321,564 |