household waste
bye-laws

New household bye-laws are being introduced by your local authority. These bye-laws govern a range of issues, including obliging consumers to participate in an authorised waste collection service or provide documentary proof on what alternative means they use to dispose of their waste.

Read more information here

my impact?

MyImpact helps you track these actions allowing you to see the difference that your little actions make, every bag, straw and cup you save counts!

How do I reduce my impact?

get on board!

We want to talk about waste. Nobody likes waste but making the right decisions now will have a positive impact on our community, our environment and the next generation.

Let’s get the conversation started

make a positive
change

Before you bin something, stop and think: can it be reused, repaired or repurposed? And before you buy, ask: do you really need it? Is there a pre-loved version, or one with less packaging?

Let’s think more, and buy less

What do I
do with....?

Your guide to disposing about just about anything

consult our A to Z page

manage your
waste

Can you recycle yoghurt pots? Used teabags? The broken kettle? We’re here to help you make the right decisions about where your waste goes for a cleaner, healthier Ireland.

Let's get started

your recycling symbols

Packaging labels and recycling symbols are used to guide citizens to make the right choices when disposing of their waste. Correct disposal of packaging is vitally important to the circular economy, so that our consumption of resources is as efficient as possible. Find out more here

be sure you know what needs to go where