Many discarded items can still be put to good use. Yet they sometimes end up in the rubbish bin unnecessarily. That is a pity because many items can still be used by someone else. Together with our partners, we are working towards a world where valuable materials are not lost but are reused. A good example of this is thrift shop Opnieuw & Co in Leerdam. We dropped by and got a look behind the scenes.
What happens to items handed in?
Every day all kinds of items arrive at Opnieuw & Co, including furniture, clothes, household appliances, toys, books and more. But before these end up in the shop, everything is checked, cleaned and valued. What cannot be sold immediately is refurbished in the workshop. This way, almost everything gets a second chance and the waste mountain stays smaller.
🎥 Watch the video and find out how Opnieuw & Co contributes to reuse.
Working together for a more sustainable future
Our partners, such as Opnieuw & Co, play an important role in the circular economy. They ensure that things are not just thrown away, but find a place again. They too are Waste Heroes. Through reuse, we save raw materials and reduce waste.
What can you do?
Do you have things at home that you no longer use? Don't throw them away, but take them to a thrift shop or give them away. That way, you will make someone else happy and contribute to a more sustainable world. And are you looking for something unique? Drop into a thrift shop. There you will find special items with a story that deserve a second life.
The environmental street is the final step. Are your discarded items beyond repair or usable? Then bring them to the waste disposal site with your environmental pass.