ZERO WASTE ACTION will seek to support projects that:

• Trial new or innovative approaches to waste management, collection, handling, transportation or reprocessing of recyclates;
• Offer operational innovation and develop new models of good practice;
• Seek to recover value or energy from waste or discarded goods or items;
• Include the creation or expansion of initiatives for shared project development inter-trading, local sourcing or distribution;
• Stimulate job creation and retention, particularly within geographically and demographically disadvantaged groups;
• Demonstrate a commitment to research and development as part of a wider operational activity.

The following are just some examples of the type of projects which could be eligible for support under this grant:-

• Project studies particularly for small farm family businesses and start-ups
• Projects which make full use of ICT
• Projects which encourage networking and collaborative approaches
• Joint marketing initiatives
• Projects which lead to the reduction of waste to landfill and emissions in particular methane
• Projects which add value to recycled materials