A new survey has revealed that more and more Brits are choosing to recycle or upcycle their belongings to not just help with sustainability but to save money too.
The Aviva study of 2,000 UK adults found that 43% of Brits are recycling or up-cycling existing items, while 42% are repairing possessions themselves, rather than replacing them. And, another 40% are choosing to buy pre-owned items instead of new ones.
According to the research, 69% would rather fix an item in their home if it was damaged or broken, than buy a new one.
Interestingly, it isn’t just financial reasons driving these habits with 26% saying they are trying to be more sustainable. Almost a quarter (24%) of adults think that buying second-hand is more economical than buying new, and just over a fifth of adults (21%) are worried about waste.
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Email JaimeKelly Whittington, Property Claims Director at Aviva, said, “Our research suggests people are becoming more inclined to repair, renovate and recycle as they look to live sustainably as well as save cash.
“For Aviva, being able to repair items such as phones and jewellery is a huge win for our customers as these items often have a sentimental value – so when they make a claim, we can consider repairs as well as replacements. Repairs also contribute to global sustainability efforts by reducing waste and items going to landfill and reducing the consumption of precious metals and stones.
“While it is fantastic to see the enthusiasm for Brits repairing goods themselves, we urge people to only tackle repairs they are confident they can do safely.
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