News & articles
Explore the latest news, articles and practical guidance from Zero Waste Scotland, covering circular economy, waste reduction, resource efficiency and sustainability in action.
- Circular Economy
Zero Waste Scotland appoints Dominic Fry as new Chair
Zero Waste Scotland has appointed Dominic Fry as its new Chair, from 1st March 2024.
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- Food & Drink
A beginner's guide to meal planning
Read our beginner's guide to meal planning to kickstart healthy habits that will reduce your food waste and save you precious time and money!
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- Reuse
Repair And Share Guide
This guide includes the story of six repair and share projects to inspire you, as well as specific guidance on setting up your own organisation and marketing it. We begin with some top tips for success as well as linking to a host of useful resources for you to find out more at the end of the guide.
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- Sustainable Living
Want to know how circular you are?
Take our quiz to find out how circular you already are and what you can do to waste less.
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- Sustainable Living
Continuing your circular journey
Sign up to receive regular emails packed with practical tips and inspiration to help you live more sustainably.
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- Recycling
Recycling Improvement Fund - Small Grant Scheme
The introduction of a Recycling Improvement Fund – Small Grant Scheme (RIF – SGS) will enable a range of local authorities to carry out smaller projects.
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- Recycling
Recycling Improvement Fund (RIF) application process and eligibility criteria
Information for local authorities on the Recycling Improvement Fund application process and eligibility criteria.
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National Litter and Flytipping Strategy Private Landowners Grant Fund
A new grant scheme has been created as part of the 2023 National Litter and Flytipping Strategy to aid private landowners in deterring flytipping on their land.
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