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Upcycling vs. Recycling: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters

If you care about living sustainably, you’ve probably heard the words upcycling and recycling. They sound similar, but they’re not the same thing. Both help reduce waste, but they work in very different ways, and one might even inspire your next creative project. What Is Recycling? Recycling takes old materials, like plastic bottles, paper, or glass, and breaks them down so they can be made… Upcycling vs. Recycling: What’s the Difference and Why It Matters