The 6 Rs - AQA DT GCSE

GCSE

Reduce

Think of a package that was bought recently. Could any part of the packaging be reduced?

Reuse

Rather than disposing of a package once you have opened it, could it not be reused?

Recycle

Many papers and boards are made from material that is fully or partly recyclable. Can the paper or board be disposed of correctly so that it can be recycled?

Rethink

Rethink how actions contribute to damaging the environment. Rather than buying a coffee that is served in a disposable, laminated card cup, why not buy a cup that can be refilled?

Refuse

Consumers have a huge amount of power when it comes to the choices they make when buying, including refusing to buy a product if they believe it is bad for the environment. Could a material that is sustainable be used instead?

Repair

Many products are designed to be obsolete after a given period. When a product is broken, can it be repaired rather than discarded? If a repair can be carried out on the product, it could remain out of a landfill site for much longer.