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 Welcome to the second edition of our Recycling Newsletter. Each month we will provide you with hints and tips on how to waste less, and recycle right.
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Many of us will be enjoying chocolate eggs for Easter – but don’t forget about the packaging! Here’s a few reminders:
Cardboard boxes can be folded down and recycled.
Plastic packaging and foil* should be disposed of in your domestic waste bin.
*Foil can be recycled in some areas. Find out whether or not you can recycle foil in your local area: https://www.recyclenow.com/recycle-an-item/foil
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During Ramadan, there is often an increase in the consumption of bottled water, disposable plates, and utensils. Why not consider a low-waste Ramadan? Here are some ideas!
- Use reusable bottles instead of plastic ones
- Use eco-friendly packaging
- Avoid disposable plates and cutlery
- Shop local – support local businesses!
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Did you know…?
- Recycling just 1 plastic bottle saves enough energy to power a light bulb for 6 hours!
- The UK uses around 12 million cans a year. That's enough to stretch to the moon and back!
- Recycling just 1 aluminium can saves enough energy to power a television for 3 hours!
- The average British family throws away six trees worth of paper every year. In total, that's a forest over 35 times the size of the New Forest!
- Recycling 1 glass bottle saves enough energy to power a computer for 25 minutes!
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Throw your rubbish away for Global Recycling Day!
Global Recycling Day is on Monday 18 March! It was created to help recognise and celebrate the importance recycling plays in preserving our precious primary resources and securing the future of our planet.
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Here are a few things you can do to take part:
- Take part in a community litter pick. More information can be found on our website.
- Organise a recycled clothes fashion show.
- Get involved on social media.
- If you work with children, get them involved – resources can be found on the Global Recycling Day website.
- Recycle right at home.
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