Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations if your switch to Recycled paper
| Comparison for 1 tonne of paper produced | |
| Switcheko | |
| Wood pulp paper / virgin paper | Recycled paper |
| Requires 24 – 27 trees | Requires 0 trees |
| Uses approx 80,000 liters of water | Uses less than 40,000 liters of water |
| 2,500 kgs of carbon emissions | 1,450 kgs of emissions over |
| r 18 bleaching chemicals used to attain whiteness, resulting in contamination of water and water bodies | No bleaching chemicals used which helps in reusing the discharged water |
Mitigation of climate change: Paper recycling requires less energy and emits fewer greenhouse gases compared to producing paper from raw materials, contributing to carbon emissions reduction.
Revitalization of communities: Recycling facilities create local jobs, stimulate economic growth, and contribute to the circular economy by turning waste into valuable resources.
Promotion of circular economy: Paper recycling exemplifies the principles of a circular economy by minimizing waste, maximizing resource efficiency, and conserving natural resources.
Environmental stewardship: Embracing paper recycling helps protect biodiversity, conserve forests, and reduce the environmental impact of paper production and waste disposal.
Economic benefits: Recycling paper reduces production costs, supports local industries, and fosters innovation in recycling technology and infrastructure.
Sustainable consumption: By choosing recycled paper products, individuals and businesses can reduce their ecological footprint and support sustainable practices.
Long-term impact: Paper recycling offers a sustainable solution to resource depletion, waste accumulation, and environmental degradation, ensuring a healthier planet for future generation