Our first capacity-building training of 2026 focused on preventing burnout, sharing responsibilities and building healthier, more sustainable ways of working together. In September, we kicked off our first Zero Waste Alliance Cyprus capacity-building training for 2026 with a session on “Sustaining a Movement: Preventing Burnout & Keeping Volunteers Engaged.” The training brought together representatives from…
Almost 70% of global textile production is synthetic/plastic-based. Synthetic textile fibres are produced from fossil fuels, such as oil and natural gas. Like fossil fuels, synthetic textiles have severe environmental impacts across their lifecycle from production to disposal. Over the past two decades, the most viable disposal mechanism has been via global trade in used…
Easter celebrations can be joyful, creative, and welcoming without requiring many new things. At Zero Waste Alliance Cyprus, we wanted to share a few simple ideas that can help make this time of year a little lighter on the environment, while keeping the warmth, beauty, and meaning of the celebration. A lower-waste Easter does not…
At this year’s Zero Waste Dinner (December 2025), we celebrated creativity in the kitchen by cooking with what Cyprus already has in abundance. The vibe of the evening was deeply local, inspired by Cypriot farmers, seasonal products, and ingredients that are often overlooked or wasted. A special focus was placed on bananas grown in Pafos, a local product…
As part of its Blueprint for Movement Building, Zero Waste Europe shines a light on zero waste alliances across Europe, sharing their stories, journeys, and lived experiences. This initiative captures how local movements grow, collaborate, and create impact, and this is where our story at Zero Waste Alliance Cyprus comes in. Sara Mariza Vryonidi from the Zero Waste Alliance Cyprus shares the story…
At Zero Waste Alliance Cyprus, we are committed to supporting local businesses in reducing food waste and making the process of food donation smoother, safer, and more effective. As part of our collaboration under the LIFE IP Cyprus Zero Waste Project (2021–2026), we continue to work closely with businesses that want to contribute to tackling…
As part of our participation in the LIFE-IP CYzero WASTE project, Zero Waste Alliance Cyprus has developed three informative infographics to support awareness and education around food waste prevention and sustainable practices in Cyprus. These visuals are simple tools meant to be shared in communities, businesses, schools, and homes helping more people understand how small…
Zero Waste Alliance Cyprus happily announces that it is now growing and welcomes its newest member @agnogrocery. agno grocery is Cyprus’ first zero-waste and refill store, offering a wide range of bulk foods, plastic-free accessories, eco-friendly cleaning products, personal care items, and fresh produce – with minimal or no packaging. Their mission is to make…
For the first time, the International Day of Zero Waste will spotlight a specific sector: textile and fashion waste. The fashion industry’s current linear model of overproduction and overconsumption has significant environmental and social impacts: The fashion industry is one of the biggest contributors to waste, pollution, and resource depletion, with fast fashion driving excessive production,…
On February 3rd, 2025, we hosted an online webinar with businesses, organizations, and municipalities interested in joining our food donation platform. The event provided an opportunity to introduce the platform, share insights, and answer key questions from stakeholders. What We Covered During the webinar, we:• Presented the food donation platform and how it facilitates connections…
