How to sort waste correctly?

Did you know that recycling one ton of paper saves as many as 17 trees, while unsorted plastic pollutes the oceans with 8 million cubic meters of waste every year? It is very important to be responsible when sorting different products and packaging so that walks in nature remain pleasant both for us and for our animals.

Did you know that recycling one ton of paper saves as many as 17 trees, while unsorted plastic pollutes the oceans with 8 million cubic meters of waste every year? 

It is very important to be responsible when sorting different products and packaging so that walks in nature remain pleasant both for us and for our animals

Where to throw dry pet food packages coated with foil?
Foil can be recycled, so put it in the plastic container.

What does this symbol mean?
Pet food packaging is often labeled with this symbol, which means: Dispose of in the trash bin! Do not litter. Not all products or packaging are recyclable, but this symbol reminds everyone to handle waste properly: dispose of it in the designated place – the trash bin.

Do shampoo bottles need to be rinsed before disposal?
Yes, bottles from shampoo and other cosmetic products should be rinsed. It’s not necessary to scrub them thoroughly – just give them a good rinse, let them dry, and then throw them (with the cap screwed on) into the plastic container.

Are items made of rubber recyclable? For example, a torn dog toy ball.
In Lithuania, such waste is not recyclable. Dispose of it in the general household waste container.

Where to throw used batteries?
Batteries and galvanic cells may only be disposed of in special recycling containers. Special boxes for used batteries can also be found in KIKA stores.