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How to recycle: Organic

Organic waste, such as food scraps and fruit peels, can be turned into compost, reducing the amount of waste sent to landfills.

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Environmental Impact

Composting reduces methane gas emissions, one of the main contributors to the greenhouse effect, and improves soil quality.

Useful Tips:

  • Avoid food waste
  • Use peels and stems in recipes
  • Use organic waste for composting
  • Store properly to avoid odors

Recycling Step by Step

Separate organic waste

Separate fruit scraps, vegetable peels, eggshells, and coffee grounds for composting.

Separate organic waste

Avoid mixing with plastics and metals

Keep organic waste free from plastic or metal packaging to ensure better composting.

Avoid mixing with plastics and metals

Use a home composter

If you have space, a home composter can turn your organic waste into natural fertilizer.

Use a home composter

Dispose of correctly in designated locations

If you do not compost, place organic waste in the brown bin, designated for this type of waste.

Dispose of correctly in designated locations