Recycling
The process of re-using a given product (beyond its intended use), or producing a new product from a recyclable material. (verb)
Additional Information On Recycling
Recycling has many possible definitions, relating to the different processes that recycling can be involved with.
The above definition explains how recycling can be as simple as re-using a given product beyond its intended use. This can be as simple as passing old clothes on to charities, friends, or relatives, in order for someone else to make use of the items.
Recycling is more commonly associated with the process where old goods are re-manufactured, allowing them to be turned into new products.
There are many reasons why you should recycle, which show why recycling is important for the future of our planet.
The term “reduce, reuse, recycle” is commonly used to provide simple guidance for people wishing to do their part:
- Reduce: We need to reduce the amount of the earth’s resources we use to make products which may not be essential.
- Reuse: We need to adopt the habit of reusing products. Don’t just throw an item away, instead, why not see if a friend, relative, or charity can make use of the item.
- Recycle: We need to be able to identify old products which could be made into something new. Is the product recyclable?
To identify recyclable products, the universal recycling logo/symbol was introduced. The logo can be used for a variety of different reasons, for example, a recycling symbol with a percentage inside identifies a product made from recyclable material, and doesn’t necessarily mean it can be recycled.
Some materials are much harder to recycle than others. Plastic based products can be very hard to recycle, when compared with paper based products.
For materials which are hard to break down, if we need these products for a vital purpose, then we should purchase durable goods which will last for a very long time, reducing the need to replace the item in the near future.
