Article: Recycling and Reuse

Created: Jan 05, 2007
Updated: Jun 06, 2007

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Recycling and Reuse

Recycling and reuse refers to the process of collecting and separating waste or a discarded product, and recovering materials that can be used again in the same form (reuse), remanufactured into other products (recycling), or used as a fuel to generate power (refuse-derived fuel). It also includes increasing repair services rather than discard and replacement.

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The Freecycle Network™ is made up of many individual groups across the globe. It's a grassroots and entirely nonprofit movement of people who are giving (& getting) stuff for free in their own towns.

Think globally, recycle locally. The Freecycle Network is open to all communities and to all individuals who want to participate. Freecycle groups are moderated by local volunteers from across the globe who facilitate each local group - grassroots at its best!

Did you know?

...On average every person in the UK throws away their own body weight in rubbish every 7 weeks Source

...Recycling two bottles saves enough energy to boil water for five cups of tea Source

...The UK produces 3 million tonnes of plastic waste each year. Approximately 85% is landfilled, 8% incinerated and 7% recycled Source

Other Recycling Organizations

Chandigarh Freecycle
Crossroads International
Earth 911
Recycle for Cornwall
Waste Prevention Association 3R WPA

Other Areas of Focus

Composting, Greening of Industry, Industrial Ecology, Pollution Prevention and Reduction, Responsible Business Practices, Sustainable Living, Sustainable Materials, and Water Supply and Conservation

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