Can we Reduce, Reuse & Recycle?
The 3Rs acronym is not news to many of us in the green transition journey, that is, “reduce, reuse, recycle”. Did you know that they are listed in order of priority? (LOL, me neither until today) It is argued that the easiest and fastest way to deal with waste is by not creating it in the first place! While this is noble, there is a need to recognize that it might be impossible to minimize plastic production among other non-biodegradable items that cause waste from the start. In that regard, we must find new ways to increase the usefulness of an item. Do you remember when your parents made you your first DIY toy car ? Do you remember feeling bad that your neighbors had a remote control and yours had a shoelace attached to it because you were the driver [literally?] A DIY toy car made from recycled material: Cooking oil can , bottle caps & used-up pens The great news is that your household was contributing to a more sustainable future by recycling the plastic ...