Saving Earth the SG Way

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle - Care for Our Environment

The 3Rs

• REDUCE - Use only what you need
• REUSE - Re-use things for the same or new purpose
• RECYCLE - Convert waste into useful products

It is important to practice the 3Rs as we need to conserve our limited resources. As Singapore has limited land space, our landfills are also limited and we need to reduce disposal to extend the lifedpan of the landfills.

Buy Less

• Plan a shopping list to avoid impulsive purchases
• Borrow, share or hire things that are only needed occasionally
• Avoid over-catering food and drinks for activities and events
• Purchase devices and stationery that are durable
• Purchase refillable stationery
• Cook just sufficient food for meals

Use Less Disposables

• Bring a reusable shopping bag to reduce usage of plastic or paper bags
• Purchase items with less packaging
• Minimise the use of disposable wares, e.g. disposable forks, spoons, cups
• Pack meals in reusable containers
• Opt for electronic statements/newsletters
• Use rag instead of paper tissue for cleaning
• Do not ask for plastic carriers if packet food can be held in hand
• Contact sender to remove address from mailing list to prevent junk mail
• At School / Work, proofread documents on screen before printing
• Bring own mug / tumblers to reduce use of plastic or Styrofoam cups

Reduce Duplicates

• Request for only one set of newsletter/flyer from sender if a few members of the household receive the same reading materials
• Pin notices onto notice boards instead of making copies for distribution
• Flash reference materials during meetings on screen instead of printing them for distribution
• If print copies are needed, make few copies of a document for sharing

Have you seen this?

Watch this video to see how the 3Rs can be easily incorporated into our daily lives!

Sources

• NEA 3R Programmes and Resources | Waste Minimisation and Recycling