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Project Code [2016-ET-CP-82]

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Project title

Investigating methods for the expansion of paint reuse programmes in Ireland

Primary Funding Agency

Environmental Protection Agency

Co-Funding Organisation(s)

n/a

Lead Organisation

The Rediscovery Centre

Lead Applicant

Sarah Miller

Project Abstract

This project will result in the following benefits: - increased diversion of paint from landfill - increased quantities of reused/remanufactured paint available for use by the public - increased awareness of reused/remanufactured products - a proposed model for setting up a paint reuse scheme - relevant to other businesses Results will be disseminated through: - Community Reuse Network - RREUSE network - Presentations at EPA conferences and events - Presentations at National and regional conferences and events, e.g. CIWM - Rediscovery Centre website and social media

Grant Approved

�60,000.00

Research Hub

Cleaner Production - Green Enterprise - Innovation and Demonstration

Research Theme

n/a

Start Date

06/02/2017

Initial Projected Completion Date

31/05/2018