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Statement on the Council negotiations about the Waste Framework Directive
RREUSE welcomes the recognition of social enterprises' role in driving forward the circularity of textiles, expressed by numerous EU ministers during the latest Environmental Council of March 25. Amidst discussions in the Working Party on the Environment to examine a...
Advancing Climate, Environmental and Social Goals Through Public Procurement
On April 18, 2024, RREUSE launched its new public procurement research report: Advancing Climate, Environmental and Social Goals Through Public Procurement. The publication, made possible thanks to the European Climate Foundation support, covers socially responsible...
Circular economy and social inclusion in practice: an enlightening visit to Kringwinkel ViTes
On 26 March, the RREUSE team, along with representatives from 3 DGs of the European Commission, the Belgian Permanent Representation to the European Union, the European Climate Foundation, and OVAM (Flanders Public Waste Agency), visited Kringwinkel ViTes in...
Major social and environmental organisations call for the Waste Framework Directive to ensure a central role for the social economy
Brussels, 11 March 2024 - Leaders of more than 80 international networks and NGOs, as well as national organisations from 18 European countries, have written to the EU policymakers to demand support for social economy enterprises in circular economy policies. Focusing...
For a Job-rich and Inclusive Circular Economy – A Social and Circular Outlook 2024 – 2029
Ahead of the European Parliament elections scheduled for 6-9 June, 2024, RREUSE is proud to unveil its manifesto, "A Social and Circular Outlook for 2024-2029." Our manifesto sets out a comprehensive roadmap for a prosperous European Union that embraces an equitable...
ENVI Committee Acknowledges Social Enterprises’ Key Role in Textiles Collection and Management
RREUSE welcomes the result of today’s vote on the Waste Framework Directive in the ENVI Committee of the European Parliament. The ENVI report rightly underscores the key role of social enterprises in shaping a more environmentally sustainable and socially inclusive textile value chain in Europe.
A Breakthrough in European Right-to-Repair Legislation
The political agreement on new rules aimed at fostering the repair and re-use of products represents a significant stride toward making repair and refurbishment more affordable, accessible and appealing for all European consumers. As an active participant in the Right to Repair Europe Campaign, RREUSE welcomes this pivotal development.
RREUSE network is growing: welcome to our two new members!
During the RREUSE Network’s General Assembly held in November 2023, we welcomed two new associate members as part of our growing community. We warmly welcome these new members, who will significantly contribute to our shared goals, vision, and mission.
Looking back to a bustling and successful year 2023
In 2023, RREUSE worked tirelessly to raise awareness about the inspiring work of our social enterprise members and promote their impact on social inclusion and circular economy. We closely monitored the environmental, circular, and socio-economic policies of the...
RREUSE Member Impact 2022
This infographic highlights the positive social and circular impact generated by our wider membership base in 2022, consisting of 35 member organisations spread across 31 countries.
“Right to Repair” Directive: A step closer to a truly universal right to repair
The IMCO Committee has approved its report on the “Right to Repair” Directive with almost unanimous support. RREUSE is pleased to see this action being taken in response to the demand from most European citizens for more durable and repairable products.
Unleashing the potential of social enterprises in the digital era
RREUSE and its members have launched a 12-month project that aims to unleash the potential of social enterprises in the digital era: ”The digital era of social enterprises: trends and opportunities within the circular economy (DigiSocCirc)”.