Two-thirds of Brits love the mood boost they get from being environmentally conscious

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Ecover Refillery - a reused petrol station fighting plastic waste with refills. Tom Domen, Ecover’s global head of long-term innovation, said: “A small change can make a big difference.“The simple act of refilling a plastic bottle can make you feel good, while also reducing the amount of plastic waste sent to landfill.“That's why we urge you to choose to reuse and join the “refillution” by opting for refillable, reusable household products where you can use the packaging over and over and over.”The study also found it works the other way, as one in five (19%) have felt “embarrassed” when they put the wrong items in the recycling bin - while another 18% even feel ashamed.But half of adults are confused about what can and can’t be recycled.As many as 52% feel guilty about the number of plastic bottles they use that have a negative impact on the planet.With the average household getting through seven plastic bottles a week, this amounts to more than 364 a year.The research also found 41% think the government should be doing more to make refilling as accessible as recycling.And one in five want to make refilling their products and pantries a priority for the year ahead.In fact, over half (53%) would use “refill” shops more if they had one closer to home, while more refillable stations in mainstream supermarkets would make 62% more likely to reuse rather than recycle.But millions of Brits are already making valuable swaps - including refilling water bottles, reusable coffee cups, and opting for reusable bags.Ecover’s Tom Domen added: “Refill stations are becoming increasingly common across the country, and a simple search will tell you where your local store is.“By the end of 2022, we aim to help people refill their Ecover.