Wastewatch.org estimate that at least half of the contents of our dustbins could potentially be recycled. In addition, we could compost the 20% of vegetable peelings and other organic waste that we throw away. Despite this potential to recycle or compost around 60% - 70% of our waste, we are only recycling or composting 12%. A total of 80% of municipal waste is landfilled and 8% is incinerated to produce energy. Using degradable and recyclable products will reduce impact on the environment, whilst composting kitchen waste will not only reduce the amount of landfill, it will help by putting back goodness into the earth.
