Practice 3R yourself. Be the waste monitor at home and make others practice.
Start separating waste as biodegradables and nonbiodegradables.

There are many things in your waste bags which you can make money out of. Give them to a “Botal pattara man”.

Practice home composting in a compost pit, live cage or in a compost bin.
Some local authorities do distribute compost bins at low prices. Inquire your local authority if you are really interested.

Give your waste to your local authority separated as biodegradables and non biodegradables. (Even if there is no proper separate collection)
Urge the Local Authority, PHI, Environmental Officer or other responsible officer of the area to collect waste separately.

Give the massage to your neighbors. Because your collective effort will result a better environment for you all.

Some simple tips to practice 3R at Home

REDUCE

1.    Always buy less packaging
2.    Buy in bulk so that use can reduce the amount of packaging you take home
3.    Carry a reusable/clothe bag when you do shopping
4.    Avoid buying disposable plastic spoons, cups and plates for special occasions at your home
5.    Avoid buying cheap plastic items which are easily breakable and cannot be repaired
6.    Prepare a shopping list before you do shopping, then you can avoid buying unnecessary things
7.    Use clothe napkins instead of paper napkins
8.    Always switch off the lights, fan, TV or the computer when you are not using
9.    Always double check the water taps to avoid leakages 
10.    Replace traditional tungsten bulbs with energy efficient compact fluorescent bulbs

REUSE

1.    Always use each polythene bag twice or more
2.    Take several polythene bags folded in your hand bag so that you do not need to buy new
3.    Donate old clothes and shoes to others
4.    Use ice cream and curd containers as flower pots
5.    Use emptied containers for storage of curry powder and other kitchen stuff
6.    Open your letters safely, so that you can use the envelope again
7.    Reuse the gift wrappers
8.    Use old diaries as telephone indexes and note books
9.    Use old calendars as covering material for text books
10.    Use old clothe materials as napkins and serviettes

RECYCLE

1.    Always separate your waste at least  as bio degradable (Kitchen waste/ garden waste) and non bio degradable  in two bins
2.    Compost your bio degradable waste using a compost bin or Jeewa Kotuwa
3.    Give your separated non biodegradables to your LGA