Our planet needs us to adopt sustainable solutions now more than ever. One effective action is recycling Brita filters. Every year, over 100 million water filter cartridges end up in landfills. But Brita has taken a step towards eco-friendliness. Since 1992, their recycling programme has saved over 3.2 million cartridges in the UK. This success…
Many of us care about our planet. We think about the effects of our choices, like using hangers. Not many people talk about recycling hangers. Yet, it’s important. Every year, we throw away millions of plastic hangers. This adds up to a huge amount of waste, between 6 and 20 billion units. About 85% of…
Plastic coat hangers might not seem important, but they have a big impact on the environment. In the UK, about 100 million coat hangers are thrown away every year. This adds up to 540 million coat hangers not being used in homes across the country. So, we need to ask: can we recycle these plastic…
Aluminium foil is everywhere in our daily lives, from wrapping food to packaging. It might seem handy, but its production harms the environment. Luckily, aluminium foil can be recycled, making it a green choice. This guide will dive into aluminium foil recycling and show you how to dispose of it sustainably. Key Takeaways Approximately 60%…
Aerosol cans are a big part of our daily lives. They make things easier and more efficient at home and in work. But, we worry about how they affect the environment and our safety when we throw them away. In the United States, almost 4 billion aerosol cans are sold every year. That’s about 300,000…