Waste matters with Waste Action Maleny
Millions of medicinal blister packs get thrown out each week, ending up in landfill. There are alternatives, as WAM member Carol shared about how she recycles her blister packs.
The majority of blister packs are made of foil and plastic, which need specialist recycling technology to separate the materials. Carol uses the BRAD program. Visit banish.com.au, buy a postage label ($15 for shoe box size) and mail when you have a full box. Carol reduces the cost by sharing postage with family or friends. Tick the ‘one-time label’ box if you don’t want to subscribe.
Some blister packs are made entirely of foil, which CAN be put in your yellow recycle bin. Scrunch with other foil into a ball first.
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