Small changes can have a big impact.

Here's the difference you can make...

Start using real nappies

Switching to real nappies can save you money and divert waste from landfill. A shocking 8 million disposable nappies go to landfill every day in the UK.

Modern real nappies are easy to use, reliable and come in a range of funky styles.

Trial packs are available to help you choose the best for your baby and we provide expert advice and demonstrations. See our Real Nappy page for more information.

Try home composting

Tea bags, fruit, vegetables, card, paper, egg boxes in fact 50% of the average household bin can be composted. And as well as reducing household waste you make a useful product for the garden, compost..

For advice and information visit our home composting page. We can also link you with a local Zero Waste Scotland Volunteer who can answer your compost questions and visit your bin.

Tackle food waste – eat better, live smarter, love the heart of your home

Simple changes like planning meals, using shopping lists, getting to grips with portioning and clever storage can all help reduce food waste and save money.

 The average household in Scotland wastes *£430 per year in food waste - that's a whopping £1 billion worth of food wasted each year. And most people think they don't waste food.

Kitchen Canny is a Changeworks’ product to help householders understand where the food and offer tools to help people do something about it. You can buy a Kitchen Canny kit for only £10 (plus P&P) to help you to save money, time and reduce waste.

Visit the Kitchen Canny site and follow Kitchen Canny on Facebook and Twitter.

Check out the Zero Waste Scotland's Love Food Hate Waste app which is free for the android phone, or download the iPhone app.

Donate unwanted goods to charity

Charity shops and reuse projects accept donations of all kinds of household items, including clothes, electrical goods, furniture and bric a brac. They're also a great place to pick up a unique bargain, stylish outfit or unusual gifts. Find your nearest shop and what they stock in our

Edinburgh Charity Shop and Reuse Map.

Click here if you'd like to check for charity shops outside Edinburgh.

Stop unwanted mail

The average household receives **650 pieces of unwanted mail each year. This uses up valuable resources and not to mention cluttering your letter box! Visit Stop the Drop for more information.