I am a big believer in recycling and doing what I can to protect our planet and when I got this pan set I was Greatly surprised Not only are they durable, look great and SO easy to Cook with and clean , Prestige have used Recycled materials and the pans are also recyclable they also plant based Non- stick with Bonus of the fact they plant a tree for every purchase too.. The design is stunning and evenly cooks meals to perfection with less energy used ! I’m one Extremely happy customer I’ve even ordered the frying pan