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Zero Waste Week

Tackling waste starts today - in your home and business.

During Zero Waste Week people across the UK are being challenged to reduce the amount of stuff they throw away. Zero Waste Week will ask people to think twice before throwing anything in the bin, to help save money, protect the environment, and address the threat of climate change.

10 ideas you can try today

  1. Only buy food you need – take an inventory before shopping
  2. Find a piece of clothing you’ve not worn for ages and find a way to incorporate it into an outfit you love
  3. Replace a disposable product with a reusable option, such as batteries or kitchen cloths
  4. Search for ultra-concentrated products to reduce packaging
  5. Sign up to a gifting economy such as Freegle or Olio
  6. Learn some basic repair skills such as sewing or soldering
  7. Choose recycled products to close the loop and increase demand for recycled items
  8. Sign up for a vegetable box scheme or use a local farmers market
  9. Find your nearest refill station and ditch the bottled water habit
  10. Support local businesses who sell products with minimal packaging - Zero Waste Map