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Looking for fresh ideas and inspiring success stories?

The latest State of Zero Waste Municipalities Report offers a powerful snapshot of zero waste policies and practices across Europe and beyond.

Don't miss two upcoming bio-waste events as part of the #LIFEBIOBEST project, great opportunities to dive deeper into this crucial topic. And if you’re working or curious about Deposit Return Systems, explore the new global DRS platform: it’s full of practical resources, including a free online course to get you started.

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The latest State of Zero Waste Municipalities Report is here – Discover what’s driving change!

We’re thrilled to share the 5th edition of the State of Zero Waste Municipalities Report, our most in-depth overview yet of how cities and communities are making zero waste a reality.

This year’s report highlights significant progress, Zero Waste Europe (ZWE) and the Mission Zero Academy (MiZA) are now working with 86 municipalities in 18 countries, reaching over 18 million people, a 10% increase from 2023. Inside, you’ll find:

Success stories from Europe and around the globe, from Accra to Santiago.
A special focus on textile waste policies, spotlighting four top-performing European municipalities tackling one of today’s most urgent waste challenges ahead of the 2025 EU mandate for separate textile collection.
Country-specific chapters available in local languages for easier access and relevance.

Whether you're a policymaker, activist, or simply passionate about waste reduction, in this report you'll find insights and ideas to drive meaningful change in your community.

Read the full report now!

Want more #ZeroWasteCities?

We have compiled a short list of things you might find useful:

Crazy about compost? On 23 May, the European Compost Network will be organising a webinar under the umbrella of LIFE BIOBEST, looking at how bio-waste quality can act as a driver for high-quality compost and digestate.

The LIFE BIOBEST project is coming to an end in June, with a final conference on 5 June to share key learnings and conclude the project’s research journey. Join us in Brussels for a day of knowledge-sharing, celebration, and general bio-waste appreciation.

The Global DRS Platform has launched a free online course on how Deposit Return Systems work, from design to impact. Available in English and Spanish (French coming soon), it's perfect for civil society, public officials, and reuse advocates.

Zero Waste Europe gratefully acknowledges financial assistance from the European Union: Commission Directorate General (DG) Environment. The sole responsibility for the content of this newsletter lies with Zero Waste Europe. It does not necessarily reflect the opinion of the funder mentioned above. The funder cannot be held responsible for any use that may be made of the information contained therein.

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