When most people think of recycling, they’re thinking cereal boxes, milk jugs and newspapers. On this behind-the-scenes tour of Schnitzer Steel, however, you’ll see metal recycling on a massive scale (literally!). But don’t worry, we’ll keep a safe distance from the “Texas Shredder.” Like a wood chipper on steroids, this massive piece of machinery has an insatiable appetite for old school buses, refrigerators, tractor trailers, and just about anything else made out of metal. Learn how local workers ensure that today’s outmoded metal trash is repurposed into tomorrow’s useful treasures.

Location is Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc. next door to Terminal 4. RSVP required: Brooke Berglund, 503.944.7532 or brooke.berglund@portofportland.com