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Waste-free tips to deter mosquitoes

Afvalvrije tips om muggen af te schrikken

Mosquitoes can be annoying, especially if you are outside or camping. Here are a few simple litter-free tips to keep mosquitoes at bay.

Moving house? Here's how to handle your waste properly!

Verhuizen? Zo gaat u goed om met uw afval!

Moving house can be quite exciting and busy. You have a lot to arrange for your new place. But before you leave, you want to leave your old home tidy. We are happy to help you with tips on how to deal smartly with things and materials you don't want to move.

Tips for a green paw print

Tips voor een groene pootafdruk

A cat in the house almost certainly means a litter box. But did you know that it is important to dispose of everything from the litter box, even eco-friendly cat litter, in the residual waste? Find out why.

Enjoy a waste-free bbq this summer!

Geniet deze zomer van een bbq zonder afval!

Now that summer is here and temperatures are rising, it is time for cosy barbecues and outdoor picnics. Unfortunately, these fun activities can also create a lot of waste. Fortunately, you can avoid this with these simple tips and still enjoy yourself to the full.

Using summer gear sustainably: tips for reusing, borrowing and buying

Zomerspullen duurzaam gebruiken: tips voor hergebruiken, lenen en kopen

Summer is here. Time for sunshine, being outside a lot and enjoying nature. During the holiday season, we often pull out all kinds of summer stuff or buy it new. Find out how to reuse, borrow or buy more consciously to make summer just as fun, but much more sustainable!

Tips for summer trips without waste!

Tips voor zomerse uitstapjes zonder afval!

Summer means time for fun trips to festivals, the beach and other great outdoor spots. It is important to leave them tidy. With these handy tips, you will ensure less waste during your summer adventures.

Enjoy a sustainable holiday

Geniet van een duurzame vakantie

It's summer and that means holiday time for many people. Whether you are planning a trip close to home or further afield, we would love to help make your holiday as sustainable as possible. With these tips, you will discover how to enjoy a sustainable holiday and save the environment at the same time.

Eco-friendly home cleaning recipes

Milieuvriendelijke schoonmaakrecepten voor thuis

Most kitchen cupboards are often full of chemical and pricey cleaning products. Use these eco-friendly recipes to make your home shine.

Get more out of your residual waste!

Haal meer uit uw restafval!

What else can you get out of your residual waste? Here are some simple tips to better separate your waste to contribute to a waste-free and clean region.

DIY or remodelling? Watch out for asbestos!

Klussen of verbouwen? Let op asbest!

Are you doing odd jobs or renovations and have a house or shed built before 1994? Then be extra vigilant. Asbestos may be present. Find out how to handle asbestos safely.

Litter picker Maarten Kerkhof in the spotlight

Zwerfafvalpakker Maarten Kerkhof in het zonnetje

In our region, there are many avid zappers who go out of their way to keep it clean and tidy. And some people go a step further. One of these people is Maarten Kerkhof.

Join PeukMeuk 2024 and make a difference

Doe mee met PeukMeuk 2024 en maak een verschil

On Saturday, July 6, we will join Enjoycleaningup to trek through the four municipalities to clean up cigarette butts. Bits on the street and in the pit are super harmful to the environment and our health. You will help too, won't you?

Hand in disposable nappies free of charge at the waste disposal site

Wegwerpluiers gratis inleveren bij de milieustraat

A sustainable nappy season? Choose smart and save with washable baby nappies or dispose of disposable nappies separately at our environmental centres. Use the special disposal bag for baby nappies.

New appliance? Hand in the old one!

Nieuw apparaat? Lever het oude in!

Every day, we use many electrical appliances that make our lives easier. But what do you do with appliances you no longer use? Recycle them! That's how you help the environment.

Join our summer clean-up campaign!

Doe mee aan onze zomerse opruimactie!

Do you have inflatable items you can no longer use? Don't throw it away with the residual waste! From July to October, you can once again hand in your summer inflatables free of charge at our environmental centres using your environmental pass.

Fixed delivery points for paper containers in Nieuw-Lekkerland

Vaste aanbiedplaatsen voor papiercontainers in Nieuw-Lekkerland

The paper delivery point will change in a number of streets in Nieuw-Lekkerland. Residents of these streets will be sent a letter informing them of this change by post on 13 June.

Gft: Here's how to avoid nasty smells, fruit flies and maggots!

Gft: Zo voorkomt u nare geurtjes, fruitvliegjes en maden!

Do you want to separate your fruit, vegetable and garden waste and food scraps without suffering from nasty smells, fruit flies and maggots? Discover here four handy tips to ensure your GFT container stays clean and fresh.

Environmentally conscious gardening: making your own compost

Milieubewust tuinieren: zelf compost maken

Find out how to turn your garden waste into nutritious compost, all from your own garden. Learn practical tips for eco-conscious gardening and save money while contributing to a cleaner environment. Start your sustainable gardening adventure today!

Batteries: not in the dustbin, but in the collection bin

Batterijen: niet in de vuilnisbak, maar in de inzamelbak

Batteries have become an integral part of our daily lives. But did you know that batteries can be dangerous if not properly returned for recycling? Handle them carefully and find out why it is important to collect batteries separately to prevent fire and damage.

New collection day for paper in part Haarwijk-Oost Gorinchem

Nieuwe inzameldag voor papier in deel Haarwijk-Oost Gorinchem

The collection day for paper will change in a large part of Haarwijk-Oost in Gorinchem. We will send these residents a letter by post on 11 June informing them of this change.

New container sticker should contribute to clean neighbourhood without waste

Nieuwe containersticker moet bijdragen aan schone buurt zonder afval

Ton van Maanen, board member of Waardlanden, placed the first sticker on the collection container for residual waste on the Markt in Leerdam on Thursday 30 May. The sticker gives access to information on how we can together keep the neighbourhood tidy, clean and safe.

Sharing and borrowing: A sustainable way to reduce waste

Delen en lenen: Een duurzame manier om afval te verminderen

In a world where consumption is rampant, it is very important that we take care of less waste. Discover tips for a more sustainable lifestyle.

Electrical waste collection for businesses and schools

Inzameling van elektrisch afval voor bedrijven en scholen

As a company or school, do you have old electrical appliances, batteries or bulbs that you can no longer use? Don't throw it away but hand it in!

It's Waste-Free Week. Will you participate?

Het is de week Zonder Afval. Doe u mee?

The Week Without Waste has begun! From Saturday 25 May to Friday 31 May, we will prevent unnecessary waste and separate it as best we can for reuse and recycling. With these tips, you can help!