Local schools encouraged to enter Bord na Móna upcycling competitionBord na Móna Recycling, Bord na Móna’s waste management and recycling business, has launched its Schools Upcycling Competition. Open to primary schools in the Republic of Ireland, students will be encouraged to showcase their ability to repurpose discarded materials into innovative and functional creations. The winning school of the Bord na Móna Recycling Schools Upcycling Competition will receive a prize of €5,000. Going beyond waste management by rethinking waste solutions for climate action, Bord na Móna Recycling is guiding Ireland towards a circular economy, by supporting students in becoming more waste conscious. Speaking on the launch of the Schools Upcycling Competition, Bord na Móna Recycling Brand Marketing Manager Shane Mackey said, “We've all had to change how we think about waste and with the help of schools across Ireland we can continue to minimise landfill, recover resources, and help create a more sustainable future for everyone.

Source: Irish Independent February 02, 2024 12:56 UTC