RREUSE is an international network representing social enterprises active in re-use, repair and recycling.
Since 2001, RREUSE supports and champions the development of social enterprises active in the circular economy through innovative policies, partnerships and best practices.
RREUSE members generate invaluable social, economic and environmental impacts for their communities. Specialising in re-use, repair and recycling, they provide local and inclusive employment as well as a strong sense of belonging for the most vulnerable in our societies.
What we stand for
Circular Economy
Re-using, repairing, recycling, refurbishing, repurposing, …
Social Inclusion
Leaving no-one behind
Innovation
Inspiring new connections and triggering new ideas
Resilience
Adapting to crises and withstanding adversity
Cooperation
Developing and maintaining strong partnerships
Latest news
Back to school? Save money and the environment through second-hand!
Whilst children require certain products to go to class and learn, many of these goods have a limited lifespan, often being used for one single year before ending up in landfill. But this is not the only pitfall of the back-to-school period: school supplies are...
RREUSE Response to the Public Consultation on the EU Strategy for Sustainable Textiles
As an international network of social enterprises active in re-use, repair and recycling, collectively handling around 260,000 tonnes of used textiles annually, RREUSE awaits the publication of an EU Strategy for Sustainable Textiles with anticipation. We believe that...
RREUSE Activity Report 2020
Building on resilience, innovation and circularity amidst global pandemic 2020 was a relentless year, marked by global fear, uncertainty and instability. For social enterprises active in circular services, COVID-19 severely disrupted existing activities, placing...