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Food storage to reduce food waste

Tips to Reduce Food Waste at Home

  In 2023, Ireland produced an estimated 835,000 tonnes of food waste, according to the EPA. That’s about 162 kg per person, well above the EU average of 132 kg. Households alone were responsible for 221,000 tonnes, or over a quarter of the total. Food waste is more than just unwanted leftovers. It’s a hidden […]

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Brown Bin for Businesses

Brown Bins for Businesses: Why Food Waste Recycling Matters

In Ireland, businesses that produce food waste, whether it’s a café, restaurant, hotel, or a supermarket, are required to separate that waste at source. This means you can’t just toss food scraps such as rotten fruit and vegetables, and other organic waste in with general rubbish. Instead, they need to go into a brown bin […]

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Meal Planning

Why Meal Planning Is Your Secret Weapon Against Food Waste

Let’s be real, we’ve all been there. You head to the grocery store “just to grab a few things,” and next thing you know, you’re lugging home three kinds of pasta, four random smoothie flavours and that giant bag of crisps you swore you wouldn’t touch. And yet… somehow… no actual ingredients for dinner. Maybe […]

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Skip Hire Made Simple

Confused about the type of skip you need for your next home renovation? Or whether that old TV can go in with your skip waste? We’re here to help you and make skip hire simple and stress-free. This handy list of Skip Hire Dos and Don’ts is all you need before placing your next order. […]

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5 Easy Tips to Reduce Household Waste

5 Easy Tips to Reduce Household Waste

  1. Cut Down on Paper Usage Paper waste piles up quickly in most households. Instead of relying on paper towels, switch to reusable cloth towels or microfiber cleaning cloths. They’re more durable, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly. You can also go digital wherever possible by opting for e-bills, digital receipts, and online documents to reduce […]

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