Recover the raw material from which a product is made and then use it to make a new product, equal to or different from the original. This is achieved through a process of physical or chemical transformation of the material.

Source: Basura Foundation (online course HOW TO LIVE ZERO GARBAGE)

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Examples:

  • Recover the glass from a bottle and create a new bottle.
  • Recover the cellulose from paper and create new paper.