The "♲" emote or "Universal Recycling Symbol" emote is a symbol consisting of three arrows arranged in a triangular shape, pointing clockwise in a continuous loop. It represents the concept of recycling and encourages people to reduce waste and reuse materials whenever possible. The symbol was designed in 1970 by Gary Anderson as part of a contest sponsored by the Container Corporation of America. Today, it is recognized worldwide as a universal symbol for recycling.