What happens next
Small changes really can make a world of difference! Recycling products, rather than taking new materials to start a manufacturing process from scratch, saves energy, money and the natural resources.
To reduce waste make sure that you use the recycling services provided in your area. To find out what can be recycled locally go to where you live
Below is a list of common materials that we usually have left over, just click on your choice to discover what happens after it is recycled.
What happens to your GLASS?
Glass bottles and jars become new bottles and jars. They can also be made into road aggregate and household insulation.
What happens to your PAPERS?
Paper is recycled back into newspaper, magazines and cardboard. It can also be shredded to make animal bedding or packing material.
What happens to your TIN CANS?
Metal can be recycled with no loss of quality and can be used to make anything from a plane to a fridge or even another can.
What happens to your PLASTICS?
Plastics can be made into a range of products such as bin liners, carrier bags, sewer pipes and even fleece jackets.
What happens to your WOOD?
Can be pulped into wood chips that can be turned into furniture and shelves. Bamboo fibres can be pulped into crockery.
What happens to your TYRES?
Can be recycled into rubber matting, flooring and children's toys