Life of a Can Home > Beverage Can > Life of a Can About the Program What is the impact of recycling just ONE can? Novelis is proud to present Life of a Can, a recycling education program that allows elementary and middle school students to explore this question and many more! Students will be empowered to make a positive difference in their communities as they explore the never-ending lifecycle of a recycled aluminum can. Whether you are a student, teacher, Novelis colleague, or someone who wishes to champion recycling in your community, you will find everything you need to know about the benefits or aluminum and why it’s so important to recycle it through Life of a Can! Each one of us can be defenders of the planet, just like former National Hockey League defenseman Andrew Ference, who highlights the power of recycling in our featured video, What’s One Can. After viewing the video, you CAN explore how recycling saves energy, investigate your impact on the environment, and examine the properties and structures of aluminum. As a hockey player, I understand the importance of a dedicated team. When everyone works together, there are no limits to what we can do. That’s why I’m proud to partner with Novelis to spread the word about this educational program that teaches students the importance of recycling and empowers them make a difference. – Andrew Ference, Professional Hockey Player Explore Cantown Access our digital interactive module Cantown, and discover where aluminum comes from and how a can is made and recycled! You will discover other fun facts about aluminum as you explore Cantown! LEARN MORE Activities and Resources Educator Resources Designed to reinforce the importance of recycling, empower students to make a positive difference, and introduce the unique properties of aluminum, Life of a Can offers standards-aligned digital learning tools for every classroom. Digital Lesson Plan In this student-centered, teacher-led lesson, students are challenged to examine how we recycle materials like aluminum, what we can do with recycled products, and why it’s so important to recycle. DOWNLOAD LESSON PLAN Classroom Activities Grade Level: 3-5 Pop! Cool Computers Pressure’s On! Grade Level: 4-5 Treasure in Your Trash? Aluminum Product Advertisement Start Your Own Recycling Program Is your school currently without a recycling program? Bring learning to life and engage your students in establishing a school-wide program, with our Recycling Program Toolkit. DOWNLOAD TOOLKIT Employee Resources Novelis is proud to be the world’s leading recycler of aluminum, and Novelis employees worldwide are passionate ambassadors of the importance of recycling. Visit our Employee Resources page today and download activities to share with your family or youth in community. DOWNLOAD TOOLKIT Family Resources Students will be empowered to bring the message of recycling home, and our family activity helps them to demonstrate the lessons learned to family and friends. Help students see they CAN make a difference at home, too! Download Activities Grade Level: 4-5 The Power of Aluminum Scavenger Hunt Aluminum, CAN You Swim? Contact Us Name* Email* Consent* I confirm that I have read and agree to the Novelis terms of use and privacy policy. Comments CAPTCHA SUBMIT Go to top of page Investors & Media Contact Us Suppliers Privacy Policy Terms of Use News & Resources Customer Login Certifications Novelis is a subsidiary of Hindalco Industries Limited, an industry leader in aluminum and copper and metals flagship company of the Aditya Birla Group, a multinational conglomerate based in Mumbai, India. FOLLOW US Not just aluminum, Novelis Aluminum.™ This site uses cookies to store information on your computer. Some are essential to make our site work; others help us improve the user experience. By using this site, you consent to the placement of these cookies. Read our Privacy Policy to learn more. Agree and dismiss. Notifications