Materials A-Z

Kerbside collection schemes

Kerbside collection schemes are provided by your local district or borough council for both your household waste. The majority of households across Greater Manchester have recycling containers and collections at your home.

Kitchen waste

Save packaging by buying loose food, which comes in its own natural packaging (e.g. fruit, vegetables). A great deal of food is wasted through buying and preparing too much. Prevent waste by planning weekly menus, preparing suitable quantities, freezing excess food and composting raw vegetables and scraps. If you make too much food one evening why not heat it up for tomorrows lunch. Visit our food waste page for further details.

Knitting needles

Tools for Self Reliance include them with crates of sewing machines sent to underdeveloped countries.