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Ball Pen

An essential tool in the workplace and at school, ball pens are commonly given out as freebies. We tend to misplace them and simply throw them into the bin when they run out of ink.

Components

What To Do

Do It Well

Step(s) to Dispose

Step #1

Collect them in a quantity

Step #2

Place into respective bins

Do It Better

Alternative(s) to Reduce Waste

1

REUSABLES, not Disposables

Use fountain pens, refillable pens, or pencil instead of ballpoint pens. Alternatively, go digital!

2

2ND HAND, SWAP Rent, and Borrow

Opt for 2nd-hand pens at thrift shops. Request pens at freecycling groups.

3

WRITE to Brands and Local Representatives

Encourage event organisers to avoid giving out free pens. Refuse taking pens as freebies.

NOW YOU KNOW

WHAT TO DO WITH

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