VIDEOS
About Reuse, Recycling and the Circular Economy
EC explanation of circular economy
Short animation explaining circular economy from the European Commission.
Ireland's National Waste Prevention Programme
The Circular Economy in Ireland and what the National Waste Prevention Programme is doing to drive it.
What is Circular Fashion?
All about Circular Fashion, compiled by the Rediscovery Centre, National Centre for the Circular Economy.
Story of Stuff
A 20-minute, fast-paced, fact-filled look at the underside of our production and consumption
Ellen MacArthur: The Circular Economy Imperative
Dame Ellen MacArthur explains the idea of a circular economy, its benefits and why we must begin to transition towards it.
Closing the Loop
The world’s first feature length documentary on the zero-waste / circular economy.
Ireland, the EU & the Circular Economy
The European Commission Representation in Ireland, in co-operation with European Movement Ireland, held this event to discuss how Ireland can transition towards a more circular economy and how the EU can help.
Reuse, Repair and Recycling and the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
What do the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals SDGs 8, 12, 13 and 17 mean for reuse, repair and recycling? CRNI asked our Members and sector experts what SDG 8, SDG 12, SDG 13, SDG 17 mean to them. CRNI is grateful to the EPA’s National Waste Prevention Programme (NWPP) for providing support for this video series.
What does SDG 8 (decent work and economic growth) mean for reuse, repair and recycling?
What does SDG 12 (responsible consumption and production) mean for reuse, repair and recycling?
What does SDG 13 (climate action) mean for reuse, repair and recycling?
What does SDG 17 (partnerships) mean for reuse, repair and recycling?
CRNI Member Videos
An Mheitheal Rothar
Back2New Recycling
BounceBack Recycling
Bryson Recycling
Cloth Nappy Library Ireland
Conscious Cup Campaign
Cork Community Bikes
Deaf Enterprises
Duhallow Revamp
East Belfast Mission
FoodCloud
FreeTrade Ireland
Habitat for Humanity
Irish Charity Shops Association
Kingdom Furniture Revamp
Native Events
ReCreate
RecycleIT
Rediscovery Centre
Refill Ireland
Rehab Recycling
Renew Enterprises
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Rethink
Revamp 3Rs
Roscommon Women's Network
thriftify
The Useless Project
USEL Recycling Solutions
White Rabbit
WeShare
How can I reuse?
Eamon Ryan TD shares how his family engages in reuse everyday.
JP from The Riptide Movement shares what he does in the band to repair and reuse.
Gerry from The Riptide Movement shares how neighbours can engage in reuse activities.
Clodagh shares a creative way she reuses by avoiding plastic use when going to the shop.
Ali shares how she reuses and plans to reuse more At Home during Reuse Month.
Sharon describes how she used Repair My Stuff directory to fix furniture.
Some inspirational reuse ideas from Una if you are planning a home renovation.
Listen to Eimear's easy tip on how to always have a refillable option available while on the go.
Maria shares what she does to #ReuseEveryday At Home, At Work, At Play.
Reuse Inspiration
ReCreate Creative Corner Videos
Videos for you and your family to take part in activities from the comfort of your own home. Includes 18 workshops – watch them all here
Rediscover @ Home Series
This bicycle maintenance video is part of a series looking behind the scenes of the Rediscovery Centre, sharing tips on sustainability and upcycling, online tours and curriculum led educational tutorials. The full series is here.
Upcycling Tips
Watch the Rediscovery Centre’s top tips on french polishing, upholstery & upcycling on Ireland AM TV here.
Upcycling Ideas
Upcycling videos developed by the three Regional Waste Management Offices
Fashion Upcycling Inspiration
Upcycling videos developed by the three Regional Waste Management Offices
Furniture Upcycling Projects
Upcycling videos developed by the three Regional Waste Management Offices
Homeware Upcycling Ideas
Upcycling videos developed by the three Regional Waste Management Offices
Shop Your Wardrobe Week 1
Tips on how to reuse what’s in your wardrobe including how to style one dress three ways and demote a dressy dress to casual wear. Produced with Carlow County Council.
Shop Your Wardrobe Week 2
Tips on how to reuse what’s in your wardrobe including how to style your ‘good’ coat/jacket three different ways casually. Produced with Carlow County Council.
Shop Your Wardrobe Week 3
Tips on how to reuse what’s in your wardrobe including how to wear your pussy bow blouse three different ways and also how to create your own. Produced with Carlow County Council.
Shop Your Wardrobe Week 4
Tips on how to reuse what’s in your wardrobe including three different ways to style a Cape Jacket and how to upstyle your favourite shoes. Produced with Carlow County Council.
Clothes and Shoe Repair
Example of businesses (Roscommon) that can help you repair, buy second hand, upcycle or reuse. Produced by Roscommon County Council with the Local Enterprise Office Roscommon
Furniture Reuse
Example of businesses (Roscommon) that can help you repair, buy second hand, upcycle or reuse. Produced by Roscommon County Council with the Local Enterprise Office Roscommon
Household Appliance Repair
Example of businesses (Roscommon) that can help you repair, buy second hand, upcycle or reuse. Produced by Roscommon County Council with the Local Enterprise Office Roscommon
CRNI Members - Reuse, Repair and Recycling
Back2New Upcycling
Back2New works to achieve positive change in the lives of people in West Limerick and build local awareness of sustainability through upcycling.
Freetrade
FreeTrade Ireland is a unique public service allowing you to pass on and pick-up items free of charge.
FoodCloud Hubs
Iseult Ward & Aoibheann O’Brien explain how FoodCloud and FoodCloud Hubs are working together to maximise surplus food redistributed to charities in Ireland.
Also watch FoodCloud in RTE’s Changing Ireland – My Big Idea programme here
Recreate
Take a tour of the ReCreate Storehouse and the story of ReCreate, Irelands Creative Reuse project.
Rediscovery centre
The Rediscovery Centre is a creative space connecting people, ideas and resources.
Rediscovery Centre - ECO EYE
ECOEYE featuring the recycled paint programme at the Rediscovery Centre .
Boomerang Enterprises
Boomerang is a Social Enterprise in Cork stripping mattresses so that the materials can be reused or recycled
Bryson Recycling - 25th Anniversary
Bryson started recycling in 1993 and is now the largest social enterprise recycler in the UK. Watch this video to find out more about our journey so far and our vision for the future.
Bryson Recycling
Video for children explaining how to recycle and why it is important.
Bryson Recycling
Watch this video to find out more about Bryson Recycling’s innovative approach to recycling.
Reuse Standards & Social Impacts (CRNI videos)
Re-Mark
Re-Mark, Ireland’s Re-Use Quality Standard of Excellence was established to address consumer concerns about the quality and safety of reused
goods.
Inclusive communities
Created for CRNI, this video video explores the stories of three people working with our members and the impact of this work on their lives, and on the community.
Reuse Month
Rosemary Mac Cabe shows how easy it is to incorporate reuse in your everyday life
Reuse Month 2018
Video created by the three Regional Waste Management Offices for National Reuse Month with the Irish Charity Shops Association.
Launch of National Reuse Month 2018. Reuse Everyday, At Home, At Work, At Play
At Rummage, an upcycling and second hand store in Roscommon town. Video created as part of National Reuse Month, an initiative of the three Regional Waste Management Offices.
National Reuse Month is a waste prevention initiative to raise awareness about the economic and environmental benefits of reusing everyday items
Reuse Month 2016
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CRNI receives core and operational funding through the Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications.
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Project Funding
Green + Social Virtual Trade Fair
CRNI’s Green + Social Virtual Trade Fair is funded by Ireland’s Regional Waste Management Plan Offices. This innovative virtual platform is open 24/7 and gives visitors the opportunity to explore green and social procurement opportunities provided by reuse, repair and recycling social enterprises and community-based organisations across Ireland.
Access the Green + Social Virtual Trade Fair here.
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