Did you know recycled paper is made from waste paper, usually mixed with fresh wood pulp. Did you know that recycling 1 aluminium can saves enough energy to run a light bulb for 4 hours.
Take a look around you. Chances are you will find at least one thing made of plastic material - from electrical appliances to packaging, vehicles to space travel - plastics are used everywhere. Why? Because plastics are versatile, lightweight and durable. Follow this link to learn more about plastic.
Did you know that for every tonne of paper recycled, 17 trees are saved! Or did you know that China invented papermaking back in early 2nd century AD.
Over 50 percent of materials collected in Invercargill's kerbside recycling crate is glass. Did you know "moldavite" is the term for natural glass formed by meteorite impact.
There is no perfect way to collect or dispose of your dog's poop, however here are some ideas.
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