Ways to reuse and recycle
Are you looking for ways to reuse and recycle more at home?
How to reuse more
Lots of the things we throw away haven’t always reached the end of their useful life. Something that you don’t want anymore can still be used by someone else.
What is reuse
It’s easy to confuse reuse and recycling but they are not the same. Reuse is better for the environment as products and materials are kept in use longer. This minimises waste, creates jobs, has a positive social impact and reduces consumption and associated carbon impacts.
Once a product or material is no longer fit for purpose it should be recycled.
Why reuse
Reuse is good for the planet and the pocket. You can:
- Save money – buying second-hand is often cheaper than buying new and you can find some unique one-off items.
- Help your local community – it can help those in need buy high-quality items cheaper and the profits often go to a good cause.
- Save energy - A lot of energy goes into the production of new items so by re-using unwanted items first we can help reduce the need to produce new ones.