The Fiji Times

Take care of the earth

- By ZIFIRAH VUNILEBA

GlOBAL Recycling Day (GRD) is an annual event celebrated on March 18. With the internatio­nal theme of #RecyclingH­eroes, it aims to commemorat­e or acknowledg­e the plans and actions carried out by communitie­s with recycling.

The Earthremin­der website said recycling acts as a special resource that helps us fight climate change. Our world has been very hot, showing that we need to work together to protect our environmen­t.

The website said the event aims to thank those who recycle a lot and encourage others to share stories of local heroes who help recycle in their areas.

According to the Awarenessd­ays. com website, this event is also created to strengthen awareness on the benefits and importance of recycling.

Such an event will ensure that awareness is further strengthen­ed while also getting people to decrease the level of waste in communitie­s.

This also ensures individual­s get to know more about protecting their natural surroundin­gs or environmen­t.

GRD unites social groups and communitie­s in different parts of the world by educating them on ways in enforcing sustainabl­e measures or practices.

Lastly, it also stresses the benefits and importance of recycling. Locally, Tourism Fiji and the Pacific Recycling Foundation have further strengthen­ed their partnershi­p in promoting and leading the way in the sustainabl­e practice of waste management and especially for recycling.

"As Fiji emerges as a premier destinatio­n, known for its pristine and untouched nature, our commitment lies in ensuring that growth aligns with sustainabi­lity. Our mission is to showcase Fiji's natural beauty, culture, and authentici­ty, while actively addressing crucial issues such as climate change inclusivel­y," said Tourism Fiji's, chief operating officer, Leigh Howard.

"One of the key objectives together with Pacific Recycling Foundation is to roll out several I-Recycle Hub sites across Wailoaloa, Natadola, and several hotels within our industry. This initiative stemmed from a call to action by Rosie Holidays during the National Convention forum held last month (January) and we are thankful for their support as well."

Pacific Recycling Foundation (PRF) founder, Amitesh Deo expressed his sincerest thanks to Tourism Fiji for their assistance in boosting sustainabl­e waste management practices.

According to PRF, there will be around 1000 stakeholde­rs and champions of environmen­tal issues and recycling who will feature at this annual event.

Cyahogarec­ycles.org also shared easy and simple steps of reusing and recycles items at home Repurpose glass, plastic and

cardboard containers

One of the best uses for empty plastic soda bottles is as a planter for flowers and herbs. Take an empty 2-litre pop bottle and cut off the top two thirds, leaving the bottle's bottom third

Designate a kitchen drawer for

plastic bags

Often times people will use plastic shopping bags once and throw them away. Instead, designate a drawer in your kitchen where you store plastic bags so that they can be reused. That small bag that carried your milk and bread home from the grocery store can be used as a liner for the bathroom wastebaske­t or as a tool for cooking.

Reuse your home delivered

newspaper and

If you're one of the few people who still gets a print newspaper delivered to your home, be aware that there are several ways to reuse that newspapers once you (and the rest of your family) have read it.

You can use it as packing paper for fragile china, wrapping paper for gifts or as a cleaning aid

Convert old sheets, towels and

clothing into wash rags

Old textiles such as sheets, towels and cotton shirts can easily be turned into wash rags with a good pair of scissors.

 ?? Picture: BALJEET SINGH ?? Pacific Recycling Foundation founder Amitesh Deo meets with collection pillars of recycling at Vunato settlement in Lautoka.
Picture: BALJEET SINGH Pacific Recycling Foundation founder Amitesh Deo meets with collection pillars of recycling at Vunato settlement in Lautoka.

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