With today (19 September) being National Recycling Day, the news team recaps on the recent recycling initiatives and stories published on the news’ website to refresh our valued readers’ memories.
Even though it might seem that a lot of effort goes into local recycling, the sad reality is that more should and could be done.
Just like charity, recycling should begin at home. By managing your household waste and recycling it successfully, you and your family already are taking the necessary steps to ensure a healthy environment.
Why recycle? Its simple; recycling benefits both the environment and the economy:
• Less energy is used when recycled materials are included in the manufacturing process
• It benefits the South African economy as it decreases the necessity to import raw materials
• It provides opportunities for income generation and alleviation of poverty through job creation
• Prevents litter
• Contributes to a cleaner, greener and healthier South Africa
• Less waste creates more landfill space
• Creates pride in our environment
• It’s your responsibility and mine
Visit Recycling Day SA’s website (www.recyclingday-sa.co.za) for more information on how to recycle at your work, school or home.
For more local recycling stories, click on any of the below:
• Follow their example and recycle
• Dustbin diggers given dignity
• Food garden to help feed pupils
• Lecobi grows despite setbacks
• Herwinning maak stuk-stuk ‘n verskil
