Under the Waste Strategy, by 2003 local authorities will recycle 17 percent of their waste, almost double the current amount, and by 2015 at least 33 percent - around four times today's rates. The targets will be reviewed and made even tougher if technology improves. Much of our waste can be reused or recycled. The Waste Strategy shows how we can achieve our prime objectives of cutting waste and making the most use of the waste we do create. It will not only help save money and space, it will help our fight against climate change.
Recycling saves energy and cuts down on the amount of methane emitted from landfills.
Recycling box The UK is committed to cutting landfill of biodegradable waste by around two-thirds by 2020. At current rates of growth, this would mean having to divert 33 million tonnes a year to other waste management methods, including increasing the use of waste to energy incinerators. A new recycling website has been created with reduction and recyling advice, including interactive games and ideas. All Rights Reserved. Inc. All Rights Reserved.