Climate and Resources in Gsiesertal Valley-Welsberg-Taisten

You can sort and dispose of your waste correctly at the recycling centres in Welsberg and St. Martin in Gsiesertal Valley, or through the weekly collection of residual and organic waste.

• Separate your waste: paper, glass, plastic bottles, packaging and metal can be taken to the recycling centre, along with electrical appliances and batteries.
• Residual waste: use the designated bins or waste bags.
• Organic waste: use the municipality's free paper bags for disposing of organic waste.

The best waste is the waste we never create. Small everyday choices can help reduce the amount we throw away.

• Use a reusable water bottle instead of single-use plastic: our tap water is safe to drink.
• Avoid unnecessary packaging whenever possible.
• Before buying a product, consider whether you really need it and will use it.
• Take any waste you produce while out and about to the next bin or back to your accommodation, where you can dispose of it correctly.

Food is valuable. From growing it to serving it, every meal involves time, work and resources. We can all help avoid wasting it.

• Buy as much food as you really need.
• Use up leftovers rather than throwing them away.
• When eating out, order what you expect to eat.
• Ask whether you can take any leftover food home.

Many local restaurants work to reduce food waste. Being mindful about what we eat helps prevent waste and encourages appreciation of local produce.

Our tap water comes from protected springs and is safe to drink. Instead of buying bottled water, you can refill your reusable bottle straight from the tap or at public drinking water fountains while you're out exploring.

We work closely with local initiatives and people who care about the region, including through community clean-up days. If you'd like to lend a hand, you're welcome to join one of the next events. They take place every spring.