Reusing Items and Products

REUSING 'WASTE' ITEMS 
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    'Reusing' focuses on the action of using an item multiple times. This is achieved through taking an old product, and finding a different novel use for it. It aims to reduce the quantity of waste that we produce and limit the need to buy new items. There are many methods of reusing items, inclusive of: 

using old cloth items as cleaning rags👚

While this is a common practice in some local households, old clothing, blankets, and other cloth items can be cut and used as cleaning or dusting rags. This reduces the need to purchase dusting cloths, and it further limits the waste produced by old cloth items that are no longer in good condition.

reusing jars, bottles, and other disposable containers 🍶

Equally, citizens can consider reusing sturdy containers as a form of storage. Glass jars can be reused for keeping preserves fresh, food storage, and as a drinking vessel. Containers, such as yogurt and butter tubs, or biscuit tins, can be saved and used to store leftover foods, or organize items, such as craft sewing kits.

reusing plastic bags 💼

Individuals can reuse plastic bags in multiple ways. Plastic grocery bags can be reused multiple times as waterproof bags to transport items, as well as as garbage bags. Likewise, they can be used in place of plastic tarps and coverings. Similarly, plastic zip-lock bags can be rinsed and reused multiple times for the storage of dry goods.

 using old gift-wrappers and paper items🎁

Citizens can additionally reuse gift-wrappers and similar paper-based materials. Gift wrapping and kite paper can be saved to wrap other gifts in the future. These same materials, including alternatives such as newspapers, magazines, and old scrap papers can be used to wrap produce that has not yet ripened. They can also be used as a replacement for tarp as a protective covering when painting, cleaning, hiking, or for when otherwise engaged in activities that might create mess.  

investing in reusable items🍴

Individuals can further invest in items that can be reused in the long term. This includes sturdy water bottles, reusable utensils, and other items that are designed to last longer and reduce the amount of waste produced in daily living.

 donating items to others that can use them🌱

Often, good items are thrown away when individuals no longer have a use for them. In promoting better waste management, individuals can donate or sell such items that are in usable condition to others that might be able to effectively use them.