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Ireland’s Environmental Protection Agency launches funding opportunity for projects targeting food waste and other causes of waste
EPA is inviting business and industry applicants from across Ireland’s economy with business-ready innovative projects targeting the areas of food, plastic, construction and demolition waste and resources and raw materials.
Reuse, repair, recycle: Ireland’s ‘Circular economy’ legislation set to have huge impact
The Circular Economy Bill 2021, will change everything – from the way a product is made, used and reused, and to the way it can and must be recycled.
Zero Waste North West nappy library offering parents the chance save money and the environment
A nappy library is offering parents the chance to save hundreds of pounds as well as help save the environment
Carbon Copy Online Virtual Photography Exhibition
Featuring local community activity to target climate change including category on Circular Economy which features NIRN members
EU Prepares to ‘Make Sustainable Products the Norm’
From repairable smartphones and durable clothes to toxic-free supply chains and the verification of green claims, the new laws will set the path for Europe’s transition to a more resilient, less wasteful and more circular economy
Collaboration between NIRN members Zero Waste North West and 4rs in support of Bike Week
Recent joint activity between Zero Waste North West and other organisations in the Derry City & Strabane District Council Region including 4Rs to rescue bikes which would end up as waste.
National Circular Economy Research Programme Launched
The National Interdisciplinary Circular Economy Research (NICER) programme, launched to accelerate the UK’s shift to a circular economy
Waitrose expands ‘unpacked’ range after growth in refillable sales
Waitrose is increasing the range of refillable items after successful trial
Fashion fit for the future: The skills needed to drive clothing’s circular transition
How the rise of reuse and repair models will change the landscape of the Dutch clothing industry
Sustainability for Our Future – DAERA’s Plan to 2050
DAERA’s long term vision to ensure Northern Ireland has a healthy environment, economy and population
Arc’teryx launches resale, care and repair services
Outdoor clothing and equipment brant Arc’teryx has launched a new programme enabling consumers to resell, repair, upcycle and extend the life of their products
Ireland’s Draft Circular Economy Strategy
Includes measures such as halving food waste, doubling the size of the reuse sector in 5 years and establish green procurement in all public purchasing within two years
