Litter is a man-made issue, it not only affects our surrounding environment and wildlife, it can also affect our health and wellbeing. By taking initiative to tackle the problem, students and the local community will notice an improvement in their local environments, resulting in a strong sense of personal pride and responsibility.
Waste is a mounting problem and we are generating more than ever. Single-use items such as plastic bottles and over-packaged produce are now commonplace. By changing the way we consume, we can help create a cleaner, healthier planet.
Get involved with World Recycling Day by taking our quiz!
Use this handy reference to identify types of lunch packaging and how to dispose of it properly!
We give you the best tips and tricks to conduct a waste audit in your school! This resource is in English and Irish and is suitable for all school levels.
Pobalscoil Iosolde is a large Secondary School based in Palmerstown, Dublin 20. They were awarded their first Green Flag for Litter & Waste in 2024.
Mother of Fair Love is a Special School in Kilkenny. It is comprised of 70 students and 17 members of staff. They were awarded their first Green Flag for Litter & Waste in 2024.
Christ the King Girls school is a small primary school in Cabra, Dublin 7. They are working on: Global Citizenship – Litter and Waste.
Dunderrow National School is a large primary school with 17 teachers and 230 students in county Cork.
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