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Precycle
Precycling is the first step in the 'Reduce, Reuse and Recycle' waste slogan. The word combines
'preventative' and 'recycling' or pre-thinking purchases. Recycling consumes energy usage and usually
requires pure raw materials to create a secondary product. The thought behind precycling is basically
questioning a purchase before the purchase is made. After practicing this method, you'll find the
concept easier and automatic. Within a short time frame, you'll notice savings in both goods purchased
and waste extolled. The steps to Precycle are very easy.
- Make bulk purchases - this reduces the packaging required and saves you money, put the items in re-useable
containers at home
- Look for products wrapped in recycled packaging
- Avoid disposable items - paper towels, napkins, paper plates, ...can all be replaced with a cloth or
re-useable items
- Bring your own bag - use your own shopping bags when making purchases
Waste minimization is a key strategy to ensuring a sustainable future. Simple steps will greatly help
reduce your carbon footprint. It is estimated that at the current consumption rates, we will need raw
materials from 1 ½ planets. Since we only have one planet, we need to lower our consumption rates.
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