Each and every one of us can take some simple steps to reduce the amount of waste we generate, to re-use existing items and to recycle material to save natural resources and to decrease our contribution, albeit indirect, to significant environment impacts.

Controlling the waste we generate can save our environment and our health

Reduce

Switch off taps when not in use

Use public transport when possible, car pool, walk or bike to save fuel

Keep your car tyre pressure at the correct level

Drive at speeds below 80 km/hr

Make hard copies or prints only when really needed

Switch off lights and electrical appliances when not in use, even disconnecting plugged-in wires can reduce energy consumption.

Do not keep equipment in stand-by mode for long durations, they can still consume power.

Use only CFLs/LEDs.

Re-use

Use glass bottles in place of plastic.

Trade your old CDs instead of throwing them away.

Upgrade your PC

Donate old clothes and electronic equipment

Use washable plates and mugs rather than disposable paper cups or plates

Gift wrapping paper can be used for your own gifts to others

Use washable diapers where possible for babies

Recycle

All the items below can be recycled in some form

Acid Batteries

Aluminum Cans

Building Materials

Cardboard

Chemicals

Electronic equipment

Glass (particularly bottles and jars)

Lead

Magazines

Metal

•Newspaper

Oil

Paint

Paper

Plastic Bags

Plastic Bottles

Steel Cans

Tyres

White Goods (Appliances)

Wood

Writing/Copy Paper

Yard Waste