What is Circular Economy?

A circular economy ensures resources are used in a way that protects and restores the natural environment by avoiding those that harm the environment at any point in their lifecycle, using less, and keeping resources in use for as long as possible. Our network in this area works together to promote and educate about Circular Economy practices and activities within our community. Our goal is for our community to use circular economy practices so that our planet can thrive and continue to provide us with resources for generations to come.

Consume more carefully

Repair
Borrow
Reuse
Source eco-friendly items & materials
Source second-hand
Recycle - make your own eco-friendly items
Only get what you need – you don’t need packaging!
Help others to consume resources more carefully
- Lend your things to others
- Donate to others for reuse, or if this isn’t an option - for recycling
- Volunteer for one of our member groups
- Support our member groups by promoting and using their services/products
- Start your own initiative
- Join our Circular Economy network
- Donate to ENM

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Our member groups

Find groups in the Manawatū who are involved in the Circular Economy here

Get Involved

Click on the links to learn more

Attend An Event

Host a stream clean up event

Donate

Volunteer

Start your own initiative and apply for EIF funding

Join our Circular Economy Network

Recycling at ENM

Lid recycling and sorting

Recycling Laptops

Repair Cafes

Fix It, Don't Fling It

Repair Cafes are free pop-up events where local people bring in their broken and damaged belongings and local volunteer experts do their best to repair them. We welcome you to come and get your things fixed, enjoy some much-needed downtime, activities for kids, connect with others over a hot cuppa, learn a bit about repairs, and embrace the sense of togetherness in a warm, welcoming atmosphere.

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