The fifteenth edition of the EWWR is eager to be filled with your actions. If you have not yet decided what topic your action will address within waste reduction, we leave you a very interesting initiative that may inspire you! Thanks to our German coordinator VKU, the entire EWWR community can be aware of the bag exchange initiative that is so successful in the city of Frankfurt.

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In an effort to promote sustainability and reduce waste, Frankfurt is taking a bold step towards becoming a waste-free city. One of the initiatives leading the charge is the Bag Swap Station Program, an innovative project aimed at encouraging citizens to rethink their bag usage and contribute to a more eco-conscious community. This program, initiated in 2017 by Lust auf Besser leben association , together with the trade association of the Bornheim district and store owners, has grown steadily and now boasts more than 30 Bag Swap Station across the city. The concept is simple: citizens can drop off clean, reusable bags they no longer need and make them available to others. Let’s delve into why changing our bag habits matters and how this program works.

Why Switch Bags?

“Reuse me!” is the mantra of the Bag Swap Station Program, emphasising the importance of reuse and waste reduction. Frankfurt has set its sights on becoming a waste-free city, and reusing bags plays a crucial role in achieving this ambitious goal. The idea is to make waste avoidance as effortless as possible for the citizens.

How does it work?

Drop-off Your Bags: Fold the bag neatly and place it behind the rubber supports on the exchange station.

All Bags Welcome: Whether it’s paper bags, plastic bags, fabric bags, gym bags, or any other type, all bags are accepted. However, please ensure they are clean or have been washed.

The Impact

By participating in the Bag Swap Station Program, citizens are directly contributing to Frankfurt’s transformation into a waste-free city. Here are some benefits:

Reduced Waste: Reusing bags reduces the demand for new bags, which, in turn, cuts down on the production of new materials and reduces waste.

Resource Conservation: The program promotes responsible resource use, aligning with global sustainability goals.

Community Building: Sharing bags fosters a sense of community and encourages cooperation among citizens to achieve a common environmental goal.

The Bag Swap Station Program is a shining example of Frankfurt’s commitment to sustainability and waste reduction. By simply rethinking our bag usage and participating in this initiative, we can all contribute to making our city cleaner, greener, and more environmentally friendly.

Let’s make a sustainable difference together! Pick an idea and complete the registration.  The last day to register your action is 12 November 2023 (included).