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Reduce is the first stage of the waste hierarchy and is defined as avoiding unnecessary material or energy intensity in production, including transportation and consumption of goods. Waste that is not created in the first place does not need to be reused, recycled or disposed of, so preventing or reducing waste generation is the most efficient way to deal with your waste.

We can all take part in activities, use services and make purchasing decisions that will help to reduce the amount of waste that we generate. This section highlights the many activities that help prevent waste at source and lists a range of shops, facilities and services that can help you Reduce your household waste in Scotland.