Reusing involves the multiple use of a product,
either for its original use or for an alternative.
If you can’t prevent the waste in the first instance,
how can it be reused? There are many schemes that reuse or refurbish
goods like washing machines, furniture, plastic bags and wood.
- Use paper that’s already been used
on one side
- Give unwanted clothing or toys to charity
- Refill cleaning product containers
- Recharge batteries
- Use dishwater to water plants in the garden
- Use food or drinks containers for other storage. E.g. plant
pots
- Jars can be reused for storing jam and other foodstuffs.
- Use corks in the base of flower pots to retain moisture.
Real cork can also be
composted.
- Take plastic bags to
the supermarket instead of getting new bags on each visit
- The backs of envelopes can be used for shopping lists.
- Donate your old furniture, white goods and other household
equipment to organisations that accept them.
- Reuse wrapping paper and buy recycled wrapping paper where
possible.
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