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I in no way agree with dumping it on the ground as seen in the picture posted. I was only pointing out the fact that ethylene glycol itself is not harmful once absorbed by the ground. It will kill plant life and organisms it comes in contact with in its liquid form but the moment its allowed to break down in the topsoil it very quickly breaks its chemical bonds and bonds to other matter rendering it neutral.
The real issue is the metals and other elements that are coupled with ethylene glycol from running through an automotive engine. That's the poison and reason why any antifreeze coolant product needs to be recycled so it can be refined and cleared of any impurities and then reused.
Always recycle any chemical. Most auto parts stores now recycle automotive fluids for the reason of no government recycle facilities.
The real issue is the metals and other elements that are coupled with ethylene glycol from running through an automotive engine. That's the poison and reason why any antifreeze coolant product needs to be recycled so it can be refined and cleared of any impurities and then reused.
Always recycle any chemical. Most auto parts stores now recycle automotive fluids for the reason of no government recycle facilities.
