A shift from procedure to policy UN processes often resemble life itself: slow-moving until suddenly time runs out, leaving crucial tasks undone. The recent fourth Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC4) in Ottawa, Canada, added another chapter to the ongoing saga of the Global Plastics Treaty. However, definitive decisions remain elusive, with the final showdown slated for […] The post Global Plastics Treaty – another brick in the wall? appeared first on Zero Waste Europe ..read more

After three whirlwind days in Ghent, Zero Waste Europe’s Network-Wide Gathering (NWG) Europe was both a marathon and a sprint — a full-on yet infinitely energising experience that left us all more optimistic and charged to strive for a true zero waste society. This NWG, over 60 of Zero Waste Europe’s members and staff flocked […] The post Going Ghent-ly into that good night: how ZWE’s Network-Wide Gathering had our eyes set on the future appeared first on Zero Waste Europe ..read more

This 4th edition of the State of Zero Waste Municipalities Report looks back at 2023, spotlighting innovative local initiatives across Europe that promote environmental and community benefits. Despite facing urgent challenges, including record heat in 2023, this report aims to inspire hope by showcasing the progress towards zero waste cities. It celebrates the tireless efforts of […] The post The State of Zero Waste Municipalities Report – 4th edition appeared first on Zero Waste Europe ..read more

Cities are  faced with one of the most difficult challenges in our war on waste—a tangled web of varying systems, regulations, and frameworks. Yet, amid this chaos, one crucial aspect remains overlooked: the carbon emissions perspective of waste prevention. Since Capannori boldly declared its zero waste goal in 2007, Zero Waste Europe has been at […] The post New carbon calculator for cities: where zero waste meets climate action appeared first on Zero Waste Europe ..read more

As March draws to a close, so does our month-long campaign leading up to International Zero Waste Day on 30 March. Throughout the past weeks, we’ve delved into various topics, explored innovative solutions, and celebrated the initiatives driving positive change in our communities. Week 1: Preventive Measures and Actions During the first week of our […] The post A Recap of the International Zero Waste Day Campaign appeared first on Zero Waste Europe ..read more

We welcome Friends of the Earth Malta as a new Associate Member to the ZWE network! Friends of the Earth Malta (FoEM) campaigns on some of today’s most pressing environmental and social issues, by engaging the public directly through a wide range of diverse projects and activities. Established in 1985, Friends of the Earth Malta […] The post Welcome to Friends of the Earth Malta! appeared first on Zero Waste Europe ..read more

On 18-20 March 2024, the city of Berlin was host to more than 50 participants from over 20 European countries for a three-day training organised by ZWE and MiZA on plastic prevention and reuse for cities. The event offered a unique platform for both ZWE members and city officials to exchange insights and learn about […] The post Creating Prevention Pioneers: Insights from our training on plastic prevention and reuse strategies in Berlin appeared first on Zero Waste Europe ..read more

Our featured changemaker for March is Hnutí DUHA (Friends of the Earth Czech Republic). As part of the ZWE Changemakers’ campaign, we spotlight one of our member organisations, shedding light on their local initiatives and projects. Hnutí DUHA is dedicated to advocating for energy and climate protection, as well as the preservation of resources and […] The post Zero Waste Europe Changemakers: Hnutí DUHA (Friends of the Earth Czech Republic) appeared first on Zero Waste Europe ..read more

Although another country has recently touched down on the moon, down-to-earth issues like waste management continue to struggle to get off the ground of this planet — let alone reach another.   An advancement in the world of waste is the EU’s recent mandate for the separate collection of bio-waste across all its Member States […] The post Bio-waste separate collection takes off appeared first on Zero Waste Europe ..read more

Each month, the ZWE Changemakers’ campaign highlights one of our member organisations, shining a spotlight on their local activities and projects. This month, we introduce Zero Waste Switzerland. Zero Waste Switzerland works towards reducing the amount of waste produced by raising awareness of waste related issues, encouraging long-lasting behavioural change. Its vision is to encourage […] The post Zero Waste Europe Changemakers: Zero Waste Switzerland appeared first on Zero Waste Europe ..read more