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39. What is the Deposit Return Scheme?

Jan 31, 2024
24 mins

Episode Description

Do you want to learn about Ireland's latest recycling initiative?


From the 1st of February, the Deposit Return Scheme will come into effect.


Considered to be one of the biggest social and behavioural changes since the introduction of the Plastic Bag Levy and the smoking ban, Caoimhe and Daragh take a look at the scheme in detail and examine its benefits as well as its potential pitfalls. 


So if you're wondering how this new recycling initiative works? Or what types of bottles are accepted by Reverse Vending Machines? Make sure to tune in!

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