Did you know that Switzerland is the third largest producer of waste in Europe? Why systematically throw things away and buy new when there are other alternatives that would benefit our planet? Renting, repairing, or buying secondhand are all equally feasible and less expensive. If you're still hesitant to give a product a new life, we've prepared 5 good reasons why you should give it a try.
An item gathering dust in the attic, garage, or basement could be useful to someone else. Instead of throwing it away or letting things pile up, you can sell it on a secondhand website and get a good price. Ultimately, you supplement your income, and the buyer also benefits, having acquired a useful item at a reduced price.
Have you heard of upcycling? The trend today is to revamp old furniture and objects to refresh your apartment's decor. Used items are given a new lease on life and regain their former glory. For example, on a personal level, you can build a sofa from an old, leaky bathtub or simply make flower pots from tin cans. Instead of buying new or throwing away used items, you can give them a makeover and save money. Many companies have also adopted this concept by recycling waste.
It's important to emphasize waste reduction. Even though our beloved country is well above average for waste recycling, with 217 kilos per capita (the average being 81 kilos), it's still among the biggest waste producers in Europe. If each of us took this simple step of extending the lifespan of our belongings, we could reduce our waste by several kilos and save on waste processing costs. Instead of throwing things away, we can repair them, donate them, or sell them on secondhand websites. By doing so, you kill two birds with one stone. Not only do you reduce waste production, but you also contribute to the happiness of the lucky buyer of your item.
