Everyone knows the famous 3 "R"s: reuse, reduce and recycle. But did you know it has been updated to the 7 "R"s of recycling? This change was presented in 2004 by the international organization Greenpeace and the Prime Minister of Japan with the objective of promoting and raising awareness about waste use on the planet.
Understanding and applying this recycling rule can help make a significant difference. We will reduce environmental impact by promoting a conscious and responsible lifestyle.
The 7 "R"s of Recycling
Redesign
This term refers to manufacturing products with environmental awareness, that is, the creation of a new object should have a sustainable and sustainable approach.
Reduce
Minimizing the amount of waste is important to decrease pressure on waste management systems and pollution. In this way we contribute to the conservation of material resources.
Reuse
It consists of reusing objects and materials to extend their useful life, preventing them from becoming waste prematurely. We can buy second-hand products, reuse containers and donate items we don't use to someone who needs them.
Repair
Before making any purchase you can ask yourself if what you want to replace can be repaired and given a second life. We will be able to save resources and reduce the amount of waste.
Renew
It goes hand in hand with the previous point, it is about updating objects so they can have new functionality.
Recover
It refers to the collection and proper management of materials, especially those that require special handling such as batteries or appliances. Seek to protect the environment from dangerous contaminants by properly classifying waste.
Recycle
When a product has fulfilled all its possible uses, it is time to send it to the recycling process. This action is the most common, it is implemented by most citizens and serves for the manufacture of new products.
Why is the 7 "R"s of Recycling Important?
Applying this lifestyle is crucial to face environmental challenges and contribute to a greener future.
Implementing the 7 "R"s of recycling has the following benefits:
- Reduce the extraction of natural resources.
- Save energy.
- Decrease pollution generated by new products.
- Minimize demand for new products.
- Support the circular economy.
Plastimex and the Environment
For Plastimex it is very important to care for our environment, which is why at our plant we carry out different actions that allow us to be a more environmentally friendly company.
- Rainwater collection system: We capture rainwater through gutters and it is sent to a filtration system to clean the water. Subsequently, it is stored and used for the plant's cooling system, bathrooms and sinks.
- Solar energy: We have 600 solar panels for the generation of electrical energy.
- Recycling: This trend is increasing and we manufacture our containers with 100% virgin resin so they can be reused.
- Wastewater treatment: It is used for irrigation of trees and gardens at the plant.
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