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What Does "Reuse" Mean?
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- Reusing materials extends the life of an item and prevents the need to purchase other goods.
- Reusing products is even better than recycling - the item does not need to be reprocessed before it can be used again.
- Reusing materials can reduce waste disposal and handling costs.
- Reusing materials will avoid the costs of recycling, municipal composting, landfilling, and combustion.
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Examples of How to Reuse
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When you reuse, you help conserve resources and reduce pollution, including greenhouse gases.
- Shop at and hold garage sales or donate your old clothes and other products to charity.
- Buy products that will last and take care of them.
- Buy a battery charger and recharge and reuse batteries.
- Use both sides of each piece of paper or create note pads by stapling together once-used paper.
- Check out books from your local library or used book store.
- Join in with neighbors to purchase infrequently used products such as lawn mowers, ladders, etc.
- Use durable coffee mugs and cloth napkins or towels.
- Participate in a paint collection and reuse program.
- Reuse your plastic or paper bags at the grocery store.
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For More Information
For more information about solid waste or recycling please contact the Solid Waste and
Recycling Program Coordinator at jennifer@tigard-or.gov
or 503-718-2599.
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