Building a Circular Ecosystem for Scottish Businesses
Supporting Businesses on their Circular Economy Journey
We are leading everyone in Scotland to better understand how our lifestyles can impact the country and the wider world we all live in.
Household Waste Composition Analysis
The Composition of Household Waste at the Kerbside in 2021-23 describes what households throw away and recycle, to highlight the opportunities for further waste prevention, recycling and diversion from landfill.
Deposit Return Scheme
It was announced on 7th June 2023 that the launch of Scotland’s Deposit Return Scheme will be delayed until at least October 2025. The full statement is available to view online.
We will continue to make updates to the deposit return information on our website as we get more details regarding the situation.
Over consumption is costing the earth
Everything we buy comes with a carbon cost - often referred to as carbon footprint.
We have the facts to help everyone end the climate crisis by wasting less and making things last instead.
Fighting the climate crisis together
Citizens
Learn how we can all use products & materials more responsibly & embrace more sustainable lifestyles
Business
Knowledge & inspiration that enables businesses to reduce costs, generate income & meet net zero
Knowledge
The home of our knowledge & expertise, providing a wealth of information to help us all change
