Online platform circular.ie launched to help Carlow community through circular living

Ireland’s ─ and Carlow's ─ journey toward a circular economy has taken a major step forward with the launch of Circular.ie — a new national platform designed to help people reduce waste, get more from the things they already have, save money, and build thriving local communities through circular living.

Launched by the Minister of State with responsibility for the Circular Economy Alan Dillon TD, Circular.ie aims to make circular living simple, accessible, and rewarding — helping individuals and communities in Carlow take small steps that add up to big impact.

Developed by The Rediscovery Centre, in collaboration with the Department of Climate, Energy and Environment and other stakeholders working in this area, Circular.ie builds on communication insights and best practice. The platform offers practical tools, guidance, and inspiration for anyone in Offaly looking to live more sustainably — from reusing and repairing to sharing and repurposing.

Increasing awareness and engagement with the circular economy is a key goal of the Circular.ie platform, which aims to simplify the concept of circularity and show how everyday choices can lead to meaningful change.

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Recent research by Circular.ie shows that while awareness of the term “circular economy” is growing, many people still see it as a business or government activity and not as something they can personally get involved with.

 Welcoming the launch of Circular.ie, Minister of State at the Department of Climate, Energy and the Environment with special responsibility for the Circular Economy, Alan Dillon TDsaid: “I’m delighted to officially launch Circular.ie,  Ireland’s national platform for the circular economy. Driving engagement through effective communication is paramount to delivering real change and is a key objective of the Circular Economy Strategy, which I have launched for public consultation. Going beyond digital communications, this programme supports communities across Ireland to embrace the opportunities of circular living, increase engagement and share their impact.”

Announcing Circular.ie, which includes the new online platform and a public engagement programme, CEO of The Rediscovery Centre, which is spearheading the project, Claire Downey said: “Circular living is all around us. Our mapping has identified brilliant initiatives all across the country and a growing interest from communities to get more involved. Circular.ie is about meeting people where they are at and providing practical steps and support for them to get started or go that bit further.”

Visit the Circular.ie Platform

Whether you’re just getting started or already taking circular steps, people in Carlow can explore tools, ideas and stories today at www.circular.ie.