Reduce: Minimize waste generation by consuming fewer resources and using products more efficiently. Examples include buying items with less packaging, opting for reusable goods, and conserving energy.

Reuse: Extend the life of products by repurposing or repairing them instead of discarding them. For instance, reuse glass jars for storage, donate old clothes, or repair broken items instead of replacing them.

Recycle: Convert waste into reusable materials to prevent resource depletion. This involves sorting and processing materials like paper, glass, plastic, and metal into new products.