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We all have that drawer full of tangled, forgotten cables—old phone chargers, broken USB cords, or flimsy wires we thought about throwing in the bin.
But did you know that by recycling them, we could recover thousands of kilograms of valuable copper? Copper that could be reused to create lifesaving hospital equipment or even help power electric vehicles.
By recycling, you’re not just decluttering; you’re making a tangible environmental impact. If 1 million people recycle just one cable, we could prevent at least 5,000 kg of copper from going to waste!
Ready to do your part? Find out more about how to get involved and where you can recycle your electricals and cables near you: https://www.recycleyourelectricals.org.uk