Paper
All paper coming through the mailbox at home or at work, as well as paper used for writing and printing, is included in the paper collection. All materials must be clean and dry. Staples and paperclips do not need to be removed.
What is allowed in the paper collection?
- newspapers and magazines;
- adverts, brochures and other similar printed products;
- envelopes (including those with windows);
- phone books and product catalogues;
- postcards
- copy paper and printouts;
- white drawing and notepad paper.
What is not allowed in the paper collection?
- books
- wet or dirty paper;
- cardboard or carton;
- brown paper or paper bags;
- receipts;
- plastic;
- aluminium or wax paper; and
- strongly coloured paper, such as gift wrapping paper.
Where to take paper waste?
- the paper collection container of the property
- Sortti Stations
- Rinki eco take-back points
We accept confidential paper waste subject to a charge at the hazardous waste reception station next to the Kivikko Sortti Station. The paper is collected into a separate container and delivered to the hazardous waste treatment plant for disposal.
What is the collected paper used for?
The collected paper is delivered to a paper mill, where it is used to make new paper. Paper collected from households is used to make new paper for newsprint, while separately collected white office paper is used to produce soft paper, such as kitchen towels and bathroom tissue.
The manufacture of recycled paper saves energy and natural resources, as well as releasing fewer emissions into the environment.
Paper collection and utilisation are subject to producer responsibility.