Recognizing B.C.’s achievements during Waste Reduction Week - are electric toothbrushes better

Canada produces about 30 million tons of garbage each year, and according to the British Columbia recycling commission, only about the garbage is recovered.
Waste reduction week has been celebrated across Canada since October.
Participants are encouraged to rethink, reduce, reuse and recycle.
For British columnians, there are some simple actions we can take to reduce waste and to maintain the province's leading position in reducing waste.
Columbia University in the UK has an impressive history of having a positive impact on the environment.
Through its recycling regulations, the province is at the forefront of expanding producer responsibility (EPR)—
A method based on industry responsibility for its final productof-
Live by building an accessible recycling plan.
It began in 1970, when BC became the first jurisdiction in North America to establish compulsory deposits.
Refund system for soft drinks and beer containers.
There are 17 active industries today.
Leading Product management projects in the province
More than any province in the country.
From antifreeze and tires to lamps and lighting, many associations are committed to providing responsible recycling solutions for an ever-expanding list of products.
Electric bicycle is the project of recycling small household appliances and electric tools in our province. The not-for-
Profit initiative launched by Canadian electrical Management Association in 2011 (CESA)
, Provides an eco-friendly alternative to a variety of electrical products, such as toaster, Blender, iron, sewing machine and electric toothbrush, otherwise these products will eventually be replaced by our landfill.
Electrocycle is the first such project in Canada and the only government project
B. approved recycling plan for small household appliances and electric toolsC.
More than 300 electrical products accepting drops
Free by electric bike project-of-charge.
It is accessible and convenient with over 145 drops-
All over the province, so there is no excuse not to do your part for the environment by recycling your old clothes
Electrical products.
At present, Canada produces about 30 million tons of garbage per year. according to the British Columbia recycling commission, only about the garbage is recycled (RCBC).
This number needs to be better.
Fortunately, through projects like electrocycle, our province is not only recognizing this fact, but also taking action.
By imposing a recycling option that allows us to exclude products from landfill sites, we are able to recycle valuable resources for new products.
In fact, the efficiency of recycling aluminum is 95 higher than that of recycling aluminum from scratch.
October marks two of the electric bikes
On the first anniversary, more than 5 programs have been collected.
2 million kilograms of electrical products, equivalent to 742 African elephantsno easy feat.
With the increasing public awareness and participation in the province, this number will increase.
While environmental benefits are the most important, there are also important economic factors to consider.
Statistics Canada reported that local government Solid Waste Management spending totaled $2 in 2008.
6 billion, an increase of $1.
1 billion over 2002.
Through recycling projects such as electric bicycles, the cost of waste transportation, landfill and incineration has been reduced.
This is a victory for the environment and the economy.
We have gone a long way since 1970, but more needs to be done to ensure that these encouraging industry trends continue.
Waste reduction week is a valuable reminder that small steps can be taken to have a positive impact on the environment;
It doesn't always mean changing the way you live.
When you are looking for ways to do your part this week and beyond, remember to recycle those electrical products that collect dust
Whether it's the broken toaster, the damaged straightener, or the electric drill that's been on the closet top shelf for years.
Even the treadmill recently used as a hanger in your basement.
You can throw away these unwanted things once and for all.
Keep feeling guilty-
Freedom of conscience in doing so.
Complete list of accepted products and discarded
Close the location and visit www. electrorecycle. ca.
Julie electrocycle Robertson is the programme coordinator.