The report sets out the findings from an evaluation of the Circular Economy Fund for Repair and Reuse Activities across Wales between 2019 and 2025.
This is the latest release
This report explores the social, environmental and economic impacts of Repair and Reuse Activities, and the cost-effectiveness of the funding.
The evaluation found that the Welsh Government’s Programme for Government commitment to fund 80 repair and reuse hubs across town centres in Wales was met.
Impacts
The evaluation found that the Circular Economy Fund was an important driver of Repair and Reuse activity across Wales. A range of positive social and environmental impacts of Repair and Reuse Activities were identified, including improved wellbeing and social connection, reductions in waste and encouraging the purchase of second-hand goods, and economic benefits to individuals and the wider community.
The evaluation considered the cost-effectiveness of Circular Economy fund, with variation found across different delivery models.
The report contains a number of detailed conclusions and recommendations based on the findings from the evaluation.
Reports
Repair and Reuse Activities evaluation , file type: PDF, file size: 2 MB
Summary , HTML
Contact
Cecilia Kumar
Rydym yn croesawu gohebiaeth yn Gymraeg / We welcome correspondence in Welsh.