Reduce Your Waste

Junk mail can be an unnecessary waste of paper.

• Mailing Preference Service Opens in a new window can help reduce unwanted mail
• New Parents- The Baby Mailing Preference Service Opens in a new window can reduce unwanted baby-related mailings
• Fax Preference Service Opens in a new window can reduce unwanted communications- particularly for Businesses

Did you know that in the UK we throw away 6.7 million tonnes of food each year?

• Try to buy only what you need
• use the weekly food waste collection service
• Plan you meals so that you don't waste food. Visit www.lovefoodhatewaste.com Opens in a new window

Composting can be an effective way of recycling your garden waste without driving anywhere!

• Composting

The introduction of the new Recycling and Refuse Collection Service in September 2009 meant a huge increase in the range of materials that can be easily recycled.

Since the service started, Surrey Heath Residents are now recycling more than they throw away.

• Find out more about what you can put in your green recycling bin