The waste education team at Wiltshire Wildlife Trust is encouraging local residents to join them for next month’s Waste Free February initiative.
The aim of the scheme is to ensure that every piece of waste we produce is either recyclable, reusable or compostable, meaning little to no waste should end up in black bins and subsequently landfill.
In 2017, Gemma Annan from the team encouraged her colleagues to take on this challenge and Gemma managed to fill only a small jam jar with waste. Gemma says, “Waste Free February is challenging, but a challenge very worthwhile committing to. I found myself shopping at several different stores and markets to achieve my goal; this really proved what a wasteful society we live in. However, by being a conscientious shopper it opened my eyes and helped me adopt some everyday waste-reducing changes which I have continued through the year. I encourage everyone to take part this February, if only for a day or a week. By sharing your journey you can play a role in changing the amount of waste we as a society are producing.”
If you would like to join in with the initiative, or are simply looking for ways you can reduce your waste, keep an eye on Facebook www.facebook .com/WiltsWasteWatch, Twitter @SlimBinsWilts using #WasteFreeFeb and via Wiltshire Wildlife Trust’s website https://www.wiltshire wildlife.org/recycle-for-wiltshire-joint-venture
