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Reuse is the repeated use of something to extend its value and reduce environmental impact. This includes durable items that can be used many times, reusing interchangeable parts and creative reuse that finds a new purpose for things. The following are common reuse techniques.
Architectural salvage
Composting
Cultural preservation
Donating
Downcycling – creating items of lesser value
Found object art
Heritage conservation
Lending and sharing items
Reassembling
Recharging
Reclaimed design
Recommerce
Reconditioning
Reconfiguring
Refashioning
Refitting
Refurbishing
Refurnishing
Regifting
Reinstalling e.g. firmware
Remanufacturing
Remodeling
Renovating
Renting items out
Repackaging
Repainting
Repair cafes
Repairing
Repurposing
Reselling
Restoring
Resurfacing
Retouching
Retrofits
Trading items
Traditional reuse
Upcycled crafts
Upcycling – creating items of greater value

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Deconstruction
Diy
Downcycling
Durability
Found Objects
Interchangeable Parts
Modular Design
Planned Obsolescence
Producer Responsibility
Recommerce
Repair Cafe
Reusability
Right To Repair
Simple Living
Upcycling
Used Goods
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