Books

Find out how to reduce, reuse and recycle books.

Reduce

Consider buying second hand books from charity shops and online marketplaces. 

Do consider using libraries, who stock the latest titles as well as DVDs and CDs.

You could also consider getting a e-reader, such as a Kindle.

Reuse

Local charity shops will also be pleased to accept books in good condition, or you could pass onto friends and colleagues. 

If books are falling apart, offer them on sites such as Olio, Freegle and Freecycle - someone might want them for craft projects. 

Recycle

If books are beyond re-use, you can put them: