WASTE PREVENTION

How to reduce, reuse and recycle

Want to know what to do with your old fridge or where to find your nearest recycling centre? We can help. You can also download our essential guides.

Waste at home

Find loads of ideas on reducing waste at home, whether it’s food, nappies, garden waste or unwanted stuff. We give you lots of support too, including real nappy lending kits and your own local compost advisor.

Waste at school

Our Waste Education Team has been working in schools for 10 years, helping to nurture the waste-free citizens of the future! Find out about how we work and our Zero Waste Heroes Challenge.

Waste at work

Changeworks Recycling is our award-winning recycling service. We collect over 10 different materials including paper, cardboard, plastic, batteries, IT equipment, glass and more.

Waste in your community

There are lots of ways to reduce waste in your community, whether it’s donating to unwanted things to charity or setting up your own project. Our Zero Waste Scotland volunteers can also visit your group and pass on their expertise.

Kidszone

Kids have told us they love the games and challenges on our mini website – try it out!  Go to our Kidszone website.

Our waste prevention projects

Get a snapshot of all of our waste prevention projects and who to contact about them.