STUDENT RECYCLING HACKS



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Everything you need to know about being a sustainable student in Greater Manchester.

Whether you’ve just moved here, or are heading home for summer, this is your one-stop-shop for everything rubbish, recycling and more.

What goes in which bin?

If you live in private accommodation, here’s what goes in your bins. If you live in halls, check with reception.

Mixed recycling
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Mixed Bin
Paper & card
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paper bin
Food & garden
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food bin
General waste
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FIND YOUR BIN DAY

Select your local council logo to find out about recycling in your area, and get helpful information such links to your local collection days.

What to do with…

2 vapes and a pair of headphones

Never bin them.

Hidden batteries cause fires and electricals contain precious metals that can be recycled.

Find your closest recycling point 

a bed and a chest of drawers
Big Stuff

If you’ve got access to a car, find your closest recycling centre.

No car? Councils offer bulky waste collections:
Manchester City Council
Salford City Council

Money saving hacks…

Angry banana holds up a pound coin. wasting food costs you money. hacks recipes and apps to save your scran.
Cheap pre-loved stuff for your gaff. Donate unwanted bikes and furniture - Renew
Need something fixed? Find local repairers and love your stuff for longer

Moving out?

Give it dont bin it. Donate unwanted clothes, bookd, electricals and unopened non-perishablele food to charity
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Ultimate moving guide for students

Whether you’re moving into another house, uni accommodation or heading back home, we’ve created the ultimate guide of what to do with stuff you don’t want.

Reusable and wooden cutlery and food storage boxes
Six sustainable swaps to save money

Want more money in your pocket?
These sustainable swaps not only help your bank balance, they’re great for the planet.

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Whether your offspring are moving out for the first time, or coming back for summer these hacks will save you time and money.   

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