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The aim is twofold: to save as many things from landfill as possible and to save people money. St AndReuse, in collaboration with the University of St Andrews Environmental Networks, collect everything that people don't need and redistribute these items within the community. They accept almost any donation at their store, so you can find almost anything! The project has several wider aims, such as cutting carbon emissions and putting repaired items back into use. The project wants to create a circular economy in the town, combined with workshops, advice sessions and bookable events. Alongside countless volunteers, this project wouldn't be possible with Anya and Sonja. They manage the venues, set up events and pull the community together. They also started a monthly Repair Cafe and host Skillshare workshops!
The project is based in three locations: 7 Woodburn Place (where mini giveaways take place!), 40 Kinnessburn Road (open between 9-5 most weekdays for donations and occasional item-swap events) and the Reuse shop, located behind University Hall, Kennedy Gardens (open Monday-Friday, 12:30pm-2:30pm). It is open to everyone - locals, students, staff and visitors! Most items are free, with the exception of adult clothes and shoes, which are 5 for £5.
"St AndReuse is an inclusive, town-wide initiative dedicated to promoting a circular economy, with the primary goal of reducing waste, cutting carbon emissions, saving resources and fostering a sense of community by encouraging the reuse, repair or upcycling of items to prevent them from ending up in landfill."
The project always needs volunteers. If you're interested, drop the team an email: transition@st-andrews.ac.uk
To find out more about what St AndReuse have to offer and upcoming events, visit: transitionsta.org/events
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