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A video presentation to know the origins of paper, its uses and the importance of recycling.

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Why is it important?

RECYCLING PAPER

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The invention of paper occurred around 200 B.C. in China and marked a major transformation in the way people transmitted wisdom from one generation to another. Since then, it has encouraged the preservation of texts. Can you imagine its impact?

So widespread is its use, that we are now talking about strategies for its good use and reuse, because it must not be forgotten that its production depends mainly on the wood obtained from trees.

FACTS ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF RECYCLING PAPER

Every year between 74,000 and 93,000 km2 of forests disappear in the world, a size similar to that of a country like Portugal.

1 Jungles are disappearing

Trees play a decisive role in the earth's balance.

2 The role of trees

PRACTICAL TIPS FOR RECYCLINGPAPER

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Like cardboard, paper represents 18% of the waste we generate every day.

For every ton of recycled paper, an average of 18 trees are saved in the world.

What can we do to reduce paper consumption?

Buy recycled paper

Reuse sheets for your studies or work

Use electronic documents

Make your own recycled paper

Thank you!