Reduce and reuse

We can reduce our waste by recycling as much as possible. Take a look through our guidance pages for more detailed ideas and information.

Reduce

Zero waste shops and refill stations

Find a Zero Waste shop near you and bring your own refillable containers to shop for things like pasta, rice and dried goods, as well as other yummy treats. Zero waste or refill shops have many benefits such as:

  • Significant reductions in plastic waste. Supports local producers and artisans.
  • Fresh and organic produce available. Less unnecessary packaging.
  • Reduces carbon footprint.

Local zero waste shops:

You could also think about joining a local Facebook Group such as: Plastic Free Maidenhead or Plastic Free Windsor for more hints and tips on ways to reduce your rubbish.

Refill app

Refill’s vision is a world where everyone can choose to reuse wherever they eat, drink and shop. From a coffee on your commute, to drinking water on the go, or even shopping with less packaging. Refill puts the power to reduce plastic at your fingertips.

Anyone can download the free Refill app to tap into a global network of places to reduce, reuse and refill.

With 300,000 Refill stations, offering refills for water, coffee, food containers and plastic-free shopping, 400,000 app downloads and 100 million pieces of plastic avoided to date, Refill provides an up to date and interactive map of zero waste resources on the go.