Reduce, Reuse and Recycle In The Comfort Of Your Own Home





Reduce :

Purchase things with less packaging.
Bring a shopping bag while shopping instead of requesting for plastic or paper bags.
Use cloth instead of paper tissue for cleaning.
Minimise the use of disposable items such as disposable crockery, non-rechargeable batteries etc.
Switch off lights and electronic appliances when not in use.
Close the refrigerator door immediately after taking out necessary food, fruits or drinks etc.
Use the fan instead of air-conditioning if possible.
Turn off the water tap promptly.
Use a tumbler of water when you brush your teeth.

Reuse :

Use unwanted plastic bags to bag garbage.
Use old clothing as rags for cleaning.
Convert scrap paper into memo pads.
Pass old textbooks, story books, and toys to others.
Pass smaller size but good quality clothing to others.
Donate good quality but unwanted items to old folks' homes, charitable organisations etc.

Recycle :

Participate in recycling programme/s and deposit recyclable items into designated recycling bins.
Purchase recycled products.

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