Reuse & refurbishment

Resource value is retained when materials that would otherwise be treated as waste, can be reused and refurbished.  Opportunities exist in activities such as reusable nappy washing services, reusing plastic bags, promotion and more widespread availability of refillable containers, reusing wooden pallets, development of community re-paint schemes, electronic and electrical equipment refurbishment, re-use of furniture and household items. 

Such activities can  provide training and social inclusion benefits for low or unwaged people. The Community Recycling Network for Scotland supports these types of activities in Scotland.