P6 Project Green - Upcycling

The amount of waste generated in Singapore has been increasing.

• True

• False

What is upcycling?

• Using the same item more than once before putting in the bin.

• The act of taking something no longer in use and giving it a second life and new function.

• A process whereby objects are transformed into new materials and then used to make either the same product again or another product.

What is the difference between upcycling and recycling?

• Upcycling involves transforming waste into higher-value products, while recycling involves converting waste into raw materials for new products

• Upcycling and recycling are essentially the same thing

Upcycling allows us to minimise the use of natural ___________.

Through upcycling, we can turn "trash" to "treasure".

Why?

Answer explanation

When we upcycle, we are taking something that is no longer being used and making it something better. The finished product often becomes more practical, valuable and beautiful than what it previously was.

Upcycling helps to ______ landfill waste.

Which is an example of upcycling?

• Making a bag from old denim jeans.

• Using a plastic container to store leftover food.

• Using both sides of a piece of paper.

Which is an example of upcycling?

• Putting a used plastic bottle in the BlooBin

• Using the same plastic bottle a few times as a water bottle

• Decorating a plastic bottle to make a vase for flowers