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-