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by Dalima Thapa | 19-05-2021 21:28
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What is upcycling? Many of us have already been aware of this topic. Upcycling is a type of recycling, also known as creative reuse, which adds value and new purpose to old materials. When somebody upcycles, that means they are taking a product or material that would typically be thrown away and instead, turning it into something useful. As such, upcycling should be everyone's responsibility. Upcycled objects include everyday items such as furniture, ceramic materials, cans, clothing, and glassware - almost everything. So, it's also important that those who design and produce products make sure their creations can be upcycled in the future. Pros of Upcycling:- 1) Upcycling is an environmentally-friendly practice that helps reduce the planet's carbon footprint and reduces the need for new virgin materials. 2) Upcycling also reduces the number of products that enter the garbage chain, freeing it for primary organic waste. Some Cons:- 1) Upcycled items cannot always be recycled. 2) Most are not attractive and return to junkyard. 3) Sometimes we need additional investment to upcycled product. The link below contains the information of how Indian youths are working towards the goals of upcycling- https://www.planetcustodian.com/upcycling-youth-icons-of-india-turning-trash-into-treasure/13431/amp/ The photos are some of the upcycled products created by me-
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7 Comments
Hi Dalima,
This is your mentor Yuseon:D
It's interesting that you have written on both sides for pro and con of up-cycling. It's always good to have a skeptical view on things that people all say is just right. I found some good points on your con list, too. I personally think that there are still many low quality up cycled items that are just meaningful and have no usage. It would have no efficiency in the end.
Thanks for sharing fresh ideas!
Yuseon
Posted 01-06-2021 02:06
Sure mentor Debbie, I would love to do that. Thank you so much for your kind words..
Posted 28-05-2021 01:41
Thank you Sobha Pokhrel!
Posted 28-05-2021 01:40
Thank you Eco-generation!
Posted 28-05-2021 01:40
Hi Dalima,
This is your mentor Debbie :)
I??ve only come across the pros of upcycling so far; this is the first time seeing some disadvantages! I wonder if there are some cases of upcycled items that cannot be recycled. If you (or other readers) have any ideas, please let me know!!

Great job for writing an interesting piece of work, Dalima. Again, looking forward to reading more from you.
Best Regards,

Debbie
Posted 28-05-2021 00:11
Hello dallima ,
thanks for Sharing about upcycling .
Keep Sharing
warm regards ,
Shobha
Posted 21-05-2021 00:21
oh wow, I love your upcycled hand-made dreamcatcher!
Posted 20-05-2021 11:40