Envelopes

Reduce

You can reduce and even eliminate the need for envelopes by

• Send a postcard
• Make your own envelope
• Get a pad of reuse mailing labels and use your envelopes
• Modern technology provides us with a range of waste-free coomunication i.e. email, mobile phones, social networks

Reuse

Here are a few suggestions on what else you can do with envelopes

• Postal and stationary suppliers sell reuseable envelopes
• Tear or cut up the envelopes into strips, keep together using a clip and store next to the cupboard or fridge for shopping lists

Recycle

Envelopes can be recycled.

Where do I recycle it?

• Local recycling service
• Recycle drop off centre - in the bin labelled paper