 Although we encourage everyone to recycle as much as possible, it
is also important to reduce and reuse your waste as well. This is because it saves energy
and natural resources, helps to reduce pollution and leaves less to throw away. Here are
10 ways in which you can help: |
| 1. Donate unwanted clothing and
small household items to charity shops and jumble sales. Clean clothes, sheets,
handbags, blankets, belts, towels, shoes (in pairs) and other household linen etc can be
placed in clothing banks throughout the county. |
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| 2. Pack your lunch in a reusable
box rather than foil or cling film. |
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| 3. Buy loose fruit and vegetables
at the supermarket and loose screws and paint brushes at the DIY store. |
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| 4. Reuse old carrier bags, then use
them as bin liners. |
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| 5. Compost your green waste by using a home compost bin, or take garden
waste to your local Household Waste Recycling
Centre (HWRC). |
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| 6. For picnics and barbecues avoid
throw away crockery and cutlery; use washable plastic items instead. |
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| 7. Use refills for detergents,
fabric conditioner, household cleaners and herbs and spices. |
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| 8. Use rechargeable batteries for
toys, clocks and personal stereos where possible. |
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| 9. Use 'crates' to take home
groceries or support 'bag for life' schemes. |
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10. Stop junk mail by contacting:
Mailing Preference Service
Freepost 22
London W1E 7EZ
Tel: 0345 034599
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