Welcome to another episode of Ours To Protect, as we take a closer look at biodiversity and sustainability in Co Clare.
After Christmas, we all probably have some waste we need to dispose of.
It’s not just wrapping paper, empty boxes or even a Christmas tree, we are likely to have accumulated some food waste over the holidays also.
Whatever we might have, it’s important that we dispose of all our waste properly.
Pat Flynn has been speaking with Karen Foley who is Environmental Awareness Officer with Clare County Council.
Tips:
* If you have any waste left over after Christmas, consider carefully what you should do with it.
* Did you know that food waste is a significant contributor to climate change generating around 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Therefore, food waste is bad for the environment and bad for our pockets.
* Think first about whether any of your waste can be you or somebody else reuse. Can it be mended and reused. If you have food waste, can it be frozen.
* Another option is to recycle but it’s important to recycle properly.
* It’s also important to ensure that you place your waste in the correct bins. Every house should have a general waste bin, a recycling bin and a food waste bin.
* Some people don’t separate out their food waste. If you don’t have a food waste bin, ask your waste disposal supplier for one.
* Investing in a composter for your food waste is also a very good option.
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