Monday, May 11, 2009

The ABC's of HodgePodgery

Upcycling verb
Upcycling is a component of sustainability in which the use of waste materials to provide new products. It is generally a reinvestment in the environment. This process allows for the reduction of waste and use of virgin materials.
"Upcycling is the practice of taking something that is disposable and transforming it into something of greater use and value."

repurpose verb
re·pur·posed, re·pur·pos·ing, re·pur·pos·es To use or convert for use in another format or product: repurposed the book as a compact disk.

Recycle verb
To undergo reuse or renewal; be subject to or suitable for further use

Refurbish verb
re·fur·bished, re·fur·bish·ing, re·fur·bish·es To make clean, bright, or fresh again; renovate-re·fur'bish·ment n.

Rivival noun
restoration to life, consciousness, vigor, strength, etc.

1 comments:

  1. Nice one Jess! Perfect! Now sign your blogs... = }
    ~~~Mom, errrmmm Dawn

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