Stories from 15 years of EWWR

The European Week for Waste Reduction has reached a significant milestone, marking its fifteenth year of dedicated efforts to promote sustainable waste prevention initiatives. In this article, we delve into the campaign’s rich history, hearing from action developers and coordinators who share their experiences from the past 15 years. Join us on a journey through the impactful stories, memorable anecdotes, and emblematic waste prevention actions that have left a lasting impression over the years.

Find out the campaign’s path of the hand of ACR+, ADEME, AICA, Brussels Environment and the Waste Agency of Catalonia:

  • Evolution and impact: 15 years of Brussels Environment’s commitment to the European Week for Waste Reduction
  • Stories of sustainability: reflections and achievements from Catalan EWWR winners
  • 15 years strong: the unwavering dynamism of organisers in a time-tested campaign
  • Empowering communities: 10 years of sustainable impact in waste reduction initiatives by SERR
  • From inception to triumph: a decade of dedication to the European Week for Waste Reduction
Read all the stories here

As EWWR celebrates 15 years of promoting waste reduction and sustainability, these stories stand as a testament to the enduring impact of the campaign. Each narrative contributes to the rich tapestry of achievements that define EWWR’s legacy. Here’s to 15 years of the continued pursuit of a sustainable and waste-free future.

The celebration of the fifteenth anniversary of EWWR is ongoing! A dedicated page has been created to gather information about all events related to waste prevention, both within and beyond the EWWR community. We welcome suggestions for additional events focused on waste prevention and encourage input from participants and supporters.
Check out the events page