Why recycle?

Not only can recycling help the environment, but we can all benefit from recycling things from around the house, at work and during our leisure time.

If you’re not already recycling, find out more about how easy it is and how you can really make a difference. For those who already recycle, discover the positive effect your recycling efforts are making and find out what else you may be able to do.

Here are just a few reasons why we should recycle:

1.    Recycling conserves resources
2.    Recycling saves energy
3.    Recycling helps protect the environment
4.    Recycling reduces landfill

Here are a few simple things you can do to keep up the good work and help to recycle more this year:

Find out what you can recycle locally – enter your postcode here to find out what you can recycle in your area or contact your local council
Pass on the good news! – Let family, friends and neighbours know the facts about recycling
Not sure if something can be recycled? – check our handy guide to find out which items can and can’t be recycled, from batteries to bicycles

Flowers representing the environmental benefits of recycling