Reduce-Reuse-Recycle isn't just a motto, it's a hierarchy. Here are easy ways you can focus on the second “R” - Reuse. Reusing things keeps you from buying new products, which saves you money and is good for the environment.
Reuse Ideas for Home Improvement
Buy It Used
Purchasing gently used clothing, books and home goods is an easy way to help the environment and save you money. Here are a few places to buy it used:
Arts & Crafts Materials:
Books:
Building Supplies & Hardware:
Clothes:
Clothing & Household Goods:
Electronics:
Furniture:
Sporting Goods:
Play it Again Sports
Drop It Off
Whether you donate or consign, there are a number of shops that will resell your unwanted items.
Your Guide to Reuse:
at Home at School at Work
Other Resources for Reuse:
Kuttlefish.com
www.alexeaves.com
blog.goodwillsc.org/the-new-good-life-blog/
www.buildingability.org/about/
buynothingproject.org/