REDUCING WASTE BY REUSING

There are many ways to reduce waste. It’s better not to create garbage in the first place, so there is nothing to throw away. Buy only what you need. If there are things you will only use once or twice, you can rent them or borrow from friends. You can also buy used items. If you buy used items, you are helping other people reduce waste by reusing it.

A great way to reuse items that you don’t need is to give them away to someone else. Clean, useable household goods, clothing, toys, and other items can be donated to many non-profit groups. These groups sell second hand items in their thrift shops. Thrift shops will even come to your house to pick up a donation. If you are not sure if a thrift store will accept a certain item, call and ask.

Consignment shops take items in excellent condition and sell them for you. The items are organised like a department store. Some consignment shops specialise in children’s clothing and furniture, women’s clothing and accessories, sporting goods, exercise equipment, music, or furniture. Call the shop and ask if they will accept your items.

If you have a larger item that you want to give away, you can use the Internet to advertise it. There are many websites that you can advertise on. The person who wants the item has to come to your house to pick it up. These websites help reduce the amount of thrown away items by reusing them.

By reducing and reusing we can put less waste in our landfills, and keep our air and water cleaner.