Different ways to recycle.

Household recycling

Recycling in and around the home can be easy when you know how. By thinking carefully about what products you buy at the supermarket and how to recycle them is the first step towards efficient recycling.

Many materials can be recycled, such as paper, plastic, metal and glass. Other items such as furniture, electronic equipment, building material and vehicles can also be recycled but many people don’t often think to do so.

When shopping at the supermarket, buy products that can be recycled easily such as glass jars and tin cans.

It is difficult to recycle products that contain hazardous waste. Try to find safer alternatives to household cleaners and buy non-toxic products whenever possible.

Recycling in the garden

By recycling garden products and planting trees, you can help improve the environment in your back garden.

Composting is a process where waste degrades into compost, which can then be used in your garden to help it grow. It is an excellent way to recycle garden and kitchen waste such as plant trimmings and leftover food.

Grass cycling is an excellent way of recycling grass cuttings after mowing the lawn. Simply leave the cuttings on the ground instead of throwing them away, they will turn into nutrients and act as a fertilizer in the soil.

Planting trees in your garden helps to improve the environment by reducing global warming and providing a home for many animals.

Recycling in the community

Facilities are provided for community use. Find out where your local recycling facilities are and how to use them.

Schools and businesses can play an important role in recycling. Follow the recycling schemes provided by your school or workplace and think about ways to improve them. 

Cash for cans is also a way to help with the recycling. This project gives money to people who recycle their aluminium cans. There are many cash for cans sites around Costa Rica, so get involved and earn a bit of extra cash in the process.