How This Site Can Help You

Many non-re-users fall into six general categories - which one are you?

When throwing (something away)

I throw something away without even thinking it may be of value to someone else.

I know an item could be reused but don't think it is worth the time or energy to send it for reuse.

I feel an item should be reused, but do not know where to take it.

When buying

I only want new goods, even when reused items can be just as good, cheaper and more environmentally beneficial.

I don't know the range of reused items and outlets available.

I want to buy specific reused items but don't know where to go.

If you fit into any of these categories and live in Essex, the directory will help you find the best option for you. Even if you already recycle paper, glass etc, there is a lot more that you can do to reduce the amount of waste you produce by re-using. Also have a look at What can I do at home? for some extra ideas.

What can I do at home?

As an individual you can re-use more items in you day to day activities. Here are a few ideas but there are many more options, for you to discover.

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Re-using your shopping bags is a very useful tip. You can even get a 'bag for life' from your super market for a sturdier carrier. Shopping bags can be used for residual bin liners as well.

Re-using envelopes by using 'reusable envelope labels'.

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Using a wide range of household items, such as yoghurt pots as mini plant pots, plastic bottles as mini cloches, ice cream tubs as lunch boxes etc

Using 'cotton nappies' instead of the disposable sort. Cotton nappies have developed greatly in recent times and are now very easy to use and will save you substancial amounts of money - for more information ask Natural Nappies:

Tel:	(01376) 563787
Email:	babies@naturalnappies.co.uk
Website:	www.naturalnappies.co.uk/products.html

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Using 'rechargable' batteries not only reduces your waste but it is also a great way to save yourself money.

Giving something that you no longer use to someone that can use it - First find out if you have a friend that would appreciate the item maybe use a Swap and Sell website, RECAP (Tel: 01245 267337) have frequent 'swap events', or find out when and where your nearest car boot or jumble sale is.

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