Recycle your artificial Christmas tree and lights now
A free recycling initiative for artificial Christmas trees and lights is running until the end of January 2027. This project at Ballymount Civic Amenity site encourages reuse and waste reduction through collaboration with key environmental partners.
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South Dublin County Council
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As the festive season passes, South Dublin County Council is urging residents not to discard their artificial Christmas trees and lights but to recycle them responsibly. Through Project reTREE, this initiative offers a free recycling service at Ballymount Civic Amenity site until 31 January 2027, aiming to reduce environmental impact and promote sustainability.
Participants can bring their artificial trees and light strings to the site, ensuring all packaging and decorations are removed beforehand. Battery-powered lights require batteries to be taken out to ensure safe processing. Upon arrival, visitors should notify the site gatekeeper that they are recycling an artificial tree to facilitate a smooth procedure.
This effort is in collaboration with WEEE Ireland, Panda, Thorntons, and Balsam Hill, all committed to greener waste management. Residents are also encouraged to consider donating trees in good condition for reuse, extending their lifecycle and contributing further to environmental protection. Together, these steps help make the Christmas season more eco-friendly and support the circular economy.
Participants can bring their artificial trees and light strings to the site, ensuring all packaging and decorations are removed beforehand. Battery-powered lights require batteries to be taken out to ensure safe processing. Upon arrival, visitors should notify the site gatekeeper that they are recycling an artificial tree to facilitate a smooth procedure.
This effort is in collaboration with WEEE Ireland, Panda, Thorntons, and Balsam Hill, all committed to greener waste management. Residents are also encouraged to consider donating trees in good condition for reuse, extending their lifecycle and contributing further to environmental protection. Together, these steps help make the Christmas season more eco-friendly and support the circular economy.
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