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Fred Copeman’s thoughts here are spot on. We must set a new standard in how we deal with our waste. Check out this 1 min read

I love being an enthusiastic ambassador of circularity, but I am often frustrated by how often the "circular conversation" is dominated by talk of recycling. Yes - this is an important tool in reducing environmental impact, but it is by no means the best one. Let's be real: the promise of recyclability keeps wasteful producers in business. Recycling allows us to put off meaningfully examining how we produce and consume goods. Recycling is a comfy green light that lets us continue driving in the wrong direction. So in 2024, I challenge you (whoever you are and whatever your business is) to think about reducing waste across the lifespan of your product or service. Can it be designed differently? Can it be sourced or constructed differently? Can it be shipped differently? How can you extend a product's lifespan or refurbish it for further use? Can you find additional uses for the product or its components at the end of its life? Humans invented the idea of waste - we have the power to evolve past it. #circularity #circulareconomy #sustainability #esg #corporatesustainability

10 years ago, recycling gave us a sense of accomplishment as we contributed to the planet’s well-being. But today, our understanding of sustainability has evolved. It’s no longer just about recycling; it’s about mindful consumption and designing products that minimize waste and negative impact. Sustainable minimalism encourages us to carefully consider our purchases. Instead of mindlessly accumulating stuff, we focus on quality over quantity. By doing so, we reduce waste, conserve resources, and lessen the environmental burden of overproduction and disposal. When we talk about product design, it’s essential to create items that can be reused, remanufactured, recycled, or recovered. A circular economy model aims to keep products and materials in use for as long as possible, minimizing waste and greenhouse gas emissions Every act of consumption has an impact on the environment. By minimizing our consumption, we reduce our personal carbon footprint. It’s a sensible path toward a greener, more sustainable future. So let’s continue the journey—10 years from now, we’ll look back and appreciate how our choices today shaped a better world for generations to come. 🌿🌏 #Sustainability #Minimalism #CircularEconomy #EcoFriendlyLiving #lifeatnshift

#recyclingday it not a day, but goes beyond simply promoting recycling, it aims to foster a shift in mindset towards sustainability and promote the concept of circularity in business practices. 🟦minimizing #waste, maximizing the lifespan of products, and ensuring resources are used efficiently throughout their lifecycle. 🟦reducing #consumption, #reusing materials, and designing #products for easy repair or recycling. 💯businesses can create #value from waste, #reduce environmental impact, and build #resilience in the face of #resourcescarcity. If the consumer don't engage with recycled products This day what it serves for ! #mindset #sdgs #educationvalues

Did you know that almost everything we use can be recycled? This isn't just good news for the environment, it's a game-changer for our future! By embracing a circular economy, we can reduce waste, conserve resources, and create a sustainable world for generations to come. What is a Circular Economy? A circular economy is all about keeping products, materials, and resources in use for as long as possible. It's a shift from the traditional 'take, make, dispose' model to one where we rethink, redesign, and reuse. Why Should You Care? 👉🏼 Recycling and reusing materials reduce the amount of waste that ends up in landfills. 👉🏼 By recycling, we save precious raw materials and reduce the need for new resources. 👉🏼 Encourages innovative solutions and sustainable products. How Can You Contribute? 1. Learn what can and can't be recycled in your area. Every little bit helps! 2. Before you throw something away, think if it can be reused or repurposed. 3. Choose products those designed to be easily refurbished or recycled. Let's make the circular economy the norm and not the exception. #CircularEconomy #Recycle #Sustainability

Circular Economy 101 - the 10 R’s Circular economy ≠ Recycling We’ve been taught to recycle to protect the environment, omitting the fact that recycling was almost our last option. Fortunately, many companies are leading the charge, proving that there's so much more we can do before recycling even comes into play. We can: 0. Refuse what's harmful or unnecessary 1. Rethink the way we design, produce, and consume goods 2. Reduce what we produce and waste 3. Reuse more before throwing things away 4. Repair instead of buying new 5. Refurbish products and give them a second life 6. Remanufacture them, combining reused, repaired, and new parts 7. Repurpose items creatively for new uses And only when all else fails should we resort to Recycling or Recovering energy from the disposed materials. These are the so-called 10 R's of the Circular Economy. In order from 0 to 9: Refuse → Rethink → Reduce → Reuse → Repair → Refurbish → Remanufacture → Repurpose → Recycle → Restore Stay tuned for my daily breakdown over the next few days! → Follow me. → Hit the bell icon. 🔔 #circulareconomy #sustainability

Upcycling vs. Recycling: Which One Should You Choose? 🌿 Upcycling and recycling both aim to reduce waste, but which one is better for the environment? Upcycling creatively reuses materials, adding value and reducing carbon footprint, while recycling breaks down materials, often consuming significant energy. Upcycling generally results in higher-quality products and is more sustainable in the long run. Recycling, though essential, sometimes falls short due to its energy demands and the potential for downgraded materials. Curious about which method aligns better with your sustainability goals? Check out my blog where I compare upcycling and recycling in detail and help you make informed choices for a greener future. #Upcycling #Recycling #SustainableFashion #EcoFriendly #CircularEconomy

The Future of Recycling is Circular! ♻️ #Recycling isn't just about tossing your plastics in the bin anymore. The future is circular, focusing on keeping #materials in use for longer. This means: - Reducing what we throw away - Re-using items whenever possible - Re-cycling to create new products By closing the loop, we conserve resources and protect our #planet. At Platinum Fibre (PTY) Ltd, we're committed to #sustainable practices. Stay tuned to learn how we're embracing a more circular future! What are your thoughts on a circular economy? Share your ideas in the comments below! Web: www.platinumfibre.com #Platinum #Sustainability #CircularEconomy

Sustainability is not just in words. It is an actionable plan geared towards beautifying the world again and making it more importantly, HABITABLE. A world threatened by waste, has a solution embedded in recycling. Imagine this: a discarded plastic turning into a vibrant backpack, or old newspapers reincarnated as beautiful stationary. That is the power of recycling. The ability to breathe new life into seemingly mundane. Look around you, what can be recycled? #recycle #recyclerevolution #TransformingTrash #sustainabilitymatters

Thanks to everyone who participated in our recent poll! We asked for your thoughts on what would have the greatest impact on boosting recycling rates, and the results are in: ▪️ Effective policies and regulations topped the charts with 35% of the vote, ▪️ Behaviour change campaigns came second at 28%, ▪️ New technology and better infrastructure AND increased demand for recycled materials tied for third place with 19% each. As we commemorate #GlobalRecyclingDay, one thing’s clear: Recycling is indispensable in creating a circular economy, where all waste is collected, separated, and recycled. Together, let’s work towards keeping existing materials in use for as long as possible, reducing further depletion of natural resources for a more sustainable future. #EndPlasticWaste #CircularEconomy #Recycling