Upcycling

How does upcycling contribute to local economies?

• By creating jobs in large recycling facilities.

• By supporting individual artisans and craftsmen.

• By relying on government funding.

• By promoting mass production of goods.

In the context of this video, what does 'reborn' signify in upcycling?

• The process of discarding old materials.

• The new life given to upcycled items.

• The recycling of materials into their original form.

• The creation of disposable products.

How does the concept of a 'circular economy' relate to upcycling and recycling?

• It promotes the idea of continuous waste production.

• It encourages the use of resources in a way that minimizes waste and maximizes reuse.

• It focuses solely on recycling without considering upcycling.

• It suggests that only industrial processes can manage waste effectively.

In what way can upcycling be seen as a form of social innovation?

• It solely relies on large corporations for execution.

• It encourages community involvement and creativity in transforming waste.

• It is focused on creating mass-produced items for profit.

• It discourages individual creativity and promotes uniformity.

Consider the environmental implications of both upcycling and recycling. Which statement best reflects their differences?

• Both processes have identical environmental benefits.

• Upcycling typically requires less energy and resources than recycling.

• Recycling is always more beneficial for the environment than upcycling.

• Upcycling generates more waste than recycling does.

Reflect on the economic aspects of upcycling. What is a potential long-term benefit for local economies?

• It can lead to the decline of local artisans and craftsmen.

• It fosters job creation and supports small businesses through unique products.

• It relies heavily on government funding for sustainability.

• It promotes the mass production of low-cost items.

What is its function?

• To hold water

• To store clothes.

• To carry items or groceries.

• To serve food

What is it made of?

• Plastic

• Old fabric

• Old paper

• Old Leather

1. Why do many people around the globe start practicing upcycling?

• to help save the government promote go green

• to create more competitive products

• to create better-environmental-value products

One benefit of upcycling is to reduce the use of new materials.

• True

• False

• Not mentioned