Here at Country Living, we know the critical importance of recycling. But, beyond what the council can pick up during local kerbside collections, it can be confusing to know how to recycle items like clothing, furniture, electronics and cosmetics. To help, we’ve put together a recycling overview.
Note: When it comes to making more sustainable choices, reduction should always come before recycling. Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. It’s important to reduce the amount we consume, and consider, when purchasing something new, if/why we need it, where it comes from and how it’s made. As consumers, we must make more mindful decisions when it comes to what we buy.
Firstly, here’s a quick waste breakdown…
Fashion – According to WRAP, around £140 million worth (roughly 350,000 tonnes) of used clothing ends up in UK landfills every year. Also, a staggering £30 billion worth of unused clothing is sitting in our wardrobes nationwide as we speak, going unworn.
Beauty – Beauty waste accounts for more than 120…