Our role
As CRNI is the only community reuse and recycling network in Ireland, it has, along with its members, the potential to play a unique and valuable role in the development of resource efficiency and circular economy initiatives at both local and national levels.
The network is on the board of the RREUSE network of Europe, and at a local level is involved in the National Waste Prevention Network.
Our values
Social Inclusion: We facilitate social inclusion by supporting inclusive employment and increased access to the benefits of repair, reuse and recycling.
Respect: We respect and value people, communities and the environment.
Collaboration: We work in collaboration with a range of partners in supporting our members to grow; developing, piloting innovative environmental solutions and strengthening community repair, reuse and recycling programmes throughout Ireland.
Credibility: We represent the Community Resources Sector. We gather evidence and are rigorous in our analysis and approach. We are transparent and accountable in all our dealings.
Our vision and strategic goals
Our vision is for an Ireland where the word ‘waste’ doesn’t exist and where our entire community benefits from the social, environmental and economic value of all reusable resources.
Provide a range of supports for CRNI Members, through a dynamic network, supports to strengthen member’s capacity, representing members and promoting our membership base.
Mainstream the Community Resources Sector through influencing behavioral change, positioning CRNI as a “Go-To” organisation on community based repair, reuse and recycling, and supporting innovative research and pilot projects.
Develop the capacity of the network.
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Our funders
Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment
CRNI receives core and operational funding through the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment.
For more information, check out their website.
Community Foundation Ireland
CRNI receives operational funding through Community Foundation Ireland.
For more information, check out their website.
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.
CRNI is the all island representative body for community based reuse, recycling and waste prevention organisations. We are funded by the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment, project funding and through membership. CRNI is a proud member of the European RREUSE network.
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Registered Charity No. 20077259
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Latest Posts
- Come work with us CRNI- Administration and Finance Officer – Part Time & Hybrid Role July 9, 2026
- Repair Summit: Save the date call for proposals is open! July 8, 2026
- Repair in Practice: Shared Challenges & Shared Solutions. An Online Peer Learning Series May 27, 2026
- Upcoming Events Reuse & Repair Week 2026 May 19, 2026
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Contact Us
Community Resources Network CLG
Registered office:
The Tara Building11-15 Tara Street
Dublin 2
D02 RY83
Phone: +353 87 173 5184
Email: [email protected]
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