RREUSE

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RREUSE is a European umbrella for social enterprises with activities in reuse, repair and recycling. RREUSE's members are national and regional social economy networks that combine both social and environmental objectives and give them equal emphasis.

Geschiedenis

Approximately 77,000 employees and over 60,000 volunteers and trainees work within our 30 member networks across 17 European countries and one in the USA.

RREUSE promotes a sustainable development model which takes into consideration the following three pillars:

- environmental protection: waste prevention and sustainable management
- social equity: social inclusion activities for those distanced from the labour market and affordable goods
- economic viability: job creation and training opportunities

The main activities of our members include:

- collection, sorting and redistribution of textiles and clothing
- collection, repair and reuse of electrical and electronic waste (WEEE), furniture and bulky waste
- home and community composting projects
- charity and second hand shops
- collection and recycling of paper, cardboard, wood, plastics, paints, metals, books and toys
- awareness raising campaigns, international projects, exchange of best practice and business support