eBay is partnering with RecycleBank - a recycling rewards and loyalty program that rewards consumers for being green - connecting how they recycle and reuse with how they shop. RecycleBank rewards people for positive green actions - currently the recycling of trash and electronics - and seeks to create a greener economy with key partners across the U.S.

Consumers will receive 50 RecycleBank Points for joining eBay's Green Team community, and RecycleBank members will soon be able to use their RecycleBank Points for discounts on eBay purchases.

eBay estimates its buyers and sellers have reused an estimated $100 billion worth of goods since 1998. RecycleBank's growing community has facilitated to date a resource impact equivalent to saving over 4.3 million trees and more than 289 millions of gallons of oil.