infinity
Unicode: 267E FE0F
Description
A dark green, circular symbol, often depicted as a recycling logo with three arrows chasing each other in a Mobius strip form.
Group:
Symbols > math
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Generally represents environmental awareness, sustainability, and the act of recycling.
Backstory
This symbol, known as the universal recycling symbol, was designed by Gary Anderson in 1970 for the first Earth Day. It depicts three chasing arrows, each representing one of the three Rs of sustainability: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. The 'FE0F' part is a variation selector that ensures the symbol is displayed as an emoji, typically in color.
Usage Examples
- Indicating recyclable materials: 'Please put this in the recycling bin ♻️'
- Promoting environmental activities: 'Let's participate in the clean-up drive this weekend! ♻️'
- Encouraging sustainable practices: 'Reduce, reuse, recycle ♻️'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Widely recognized as the universal symbol for recycling and environmental friendliness.
East Asian culture:
Also recognized as a recycling symbol, often seen on packaging for recyclable materials.