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How to Recycle Your Camping Gas Canister
Introduction
Once you get to the end of your gas canister, you might be wondering what you should do with it. Strewn with warning labels, it’s important to make sure you recycle your empty gas canister safely and appropriately. Fortunately, you have a couple of options that are all quick, easy and safe to do.
Manufacturer recycling
1. Manufacturer recycling
The first thing to check is the canister manufacturers options for recycling. Although most common with large gas canisters, some brands offer a return and reuse system. This means you can return the used canister for the manufacturer to refill and reuse. In this case, the manufacturer should provide you with instructions on preparing and returning the used canister.
Empty remaining gas
2. Empty remaining gas
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Empty remaining gas
The first is to head outside and connect your canister to your stove. Light the flame if possible, letting any remaining gas burn off. If you are struggling to light the flame but think there is still gas left inside, then you can invert the canister and stove to purge the remaining gas. However, please note that inverting is only an option if you're using a remote canister stove, so the flame is not directly over the canister. For all other systems please see the below option for removing any remaining gas.
Mark canister as empty
3. Mark canister as empty
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Recycle according to local authority guidance
4. Recycle according to local authority guidance
Once you’ve ensured the canister is empty and punctured/marked, the next step is to check your local authorities’ rules on recycling. Your local council’s website will usually have guidance for gas canisters. The first option is to take your canister down to your local recycling centre where they will safely recycle and dispose of it for you. Some councils will allow you to pop the canister straight into your normal mixed-metal recycling bin (once it has been safely emptied and marked as such).
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