Everything you need to feel confident you are recycling correctly, covering:

• what goes in which bin, box or bag
• how MK residents’ recycling is processed
• what it is recycled into
• new wheeled bin collections starting 2023
• what happens to MK black bin bags
• actions we can all do to help the environment

Learn more about the impact of plastic, including:

• the role of plastic in our everyday lives
• plastic pollution if the oceans and impact on sea life
• what happens when litter enters local waterways
• what plastic can be recycled
• actions we can all do to help reduce plastic use and litter

How humans have impacted the environment and what can be done to help, including:

• summary of the impact of deforestation, mining, pollution, waste management and population
• the role of central and local government, businesses and manufacturers 
• examples of small daily behaviour changes that have a positive and sustainable impact on the environment

A review of energy sources and what happens to MK’s black bin bags, covering:

• how we use energy every day
• issues with fossil fuels
• different types of renewable energy sources
• current energy provision
• what happens at the MK Waste Recovery Park and how MK bin bag rubbish is turned into a source of energy

Options available:

• print off free EYFS and KS1 educational resources , including worksheets, activity and craft ideas
• print off Mini Eco warrior challenge sheets
• watch our short videos for each topic

In school talks and assemblies are not currently available for this age group.

Options available:

• watch our short videos, for use in class or assembly. Order free Eco Warrior booklets to accompany the video
• print off free educational resources, including wall displays, worksheets, activity and craft ideas
• book a free 60 minute KS2 classroom session, including activity and free Eco Warrior booklet. Email yourwaste@milton-keynes.gov.uk with your request.

Options available:

• watch our short videos, for use in class or assembly
• print off free educational resources for worksheets, activities and craft
• see our Eco Citizens advice, for in-school eco ideas
• book a free 40 minute KS3 classroom session. Email yourwaste@milton-keynes.gov.uk with your request.

Advice, guide and support for your School Council or Eco group on how to:

• identify where and what type of waste is created 
• improve recycling in classrooms and around school
• reduce waste and look for reuse options
• discuss how to reduce food waste
• tackle litter
• look for other sustainable solutions around school

Options available:

• watch our School Council and Eco Group advice video
• print off free School Council and Eco Group resources, including free bin posters, in-school eco ideas and advice for Site Managers
• book a free up to 60 minute session. Includes short presentation, discussion time and, if required, walk around school to identify areas needing improvement. Email yourwaste@milton-keynes.gov.uk with your request.

Options available:

• book a free school or group session that most closely meets your groups requirements, and add any notes in the comments area (see Booking Information below). Alternatively email wasteeducation@milton-keynes.gov.uk with your request.
• watch our short videos
• order free recycling leaflets and posters

Options available:

• print off free educational resources, including activity and craft ideas
• order free recycling leaflets and posters
• watch our short videos for each topic

Talks are not currently available for these groups.

Options available:

• book a free 1 hour session presentation, with question and answer session (see Booking Information below) 
• watch our short videos
• order free recycling leaflets and posters
• alternatively request a more informal discussion session to talk about local issues and the new wheeled bin roll out. Email wasteeducation@milton-keynes.gov.uk with your request.

Options available:

• book a free 1 hour session presentation, with question and answer session (see Booking Information below) 
• alternatively request a more informal discussion session to talk about local issues and the new wheeled bin roll out. Email wasteeducation@milton-keynes.gov.uk with your request
• watch our short videos
• order free recycling leaflets and posters

Please contact your local council’s Waste and Recycling team.