WEEE Ireland
WEEE Ireland is the leading compliance scheme for the environmental management of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) and waste batteries in Ireland. They offer free recycling services for householders and producers.
WEEE Ireland is Ireland’s premier compliance scheme dedicated to the environmental management of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) and waste batteries. Operating as a not-for-profit, private limited company owned by its members, WEEE Ireland works under the approval of the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government. Their core mission is to manage the collection, recovery, and recycling of WEEE and waste batteries, while also developing and rolling out public awareness initiatives to promote responsible recycling practices. They provide essential services to producers, retailers, and local authorities, ensuring compliance with WEEE and waste battery regulations. Householders can recycle electrical, battery, and lighting waste for free through their authorized collection points, including an interactive map to find local recycling centers, public collection days, and participating electrical retailers. WEEE Ireland emphasizes the importance of recycling to recover valuable resources and safely dispose of hazardous waste, protecting the environment. Their services extend to developing the WEEE and battery take-back system in Ireland, offering solutions for everything from large appliances to small electronics and batteries. WEEE Ireland actively encourages participation through various campaigns and educational programs, highlighting the environmental benefits and the recovery of valuable materials for manufacturing. They also support initiatives like the WEEE Ireland Schools Battery Recycling Competition, which contributes to donations for LauraLynn, Ireland's Children's Hospice.
About
**Who they are**
WEEE Ireland is Ireland’s leading compliance scheme for the environmental management of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) and waste batteries, operating on behalf of its members. As a not-for-profit, private limited company owned by its members, WEEE Ireland functions under the approval of the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government.
**Expertise & scope**
* Manage the collection, recovery, and recycling of WEEE and waste batteries.
* Develop and implement public and trade awareness initiatives to promote WEEE and battery recycling.
* Advise members on compliance obligations under WEEE and waste battery regulations.
* Develop the WEEE and battery take-back system within Ireland.
**Reputation / proof points**
* Operates under the approval of the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government.
* Members include Producers at the top of the Irish Electrical and Electronic Equipment and batteries market, such as Retailers and Local Authorities.
WEEE Ireland is Ireland’s leading compliance scheme for the environmental management of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) and waste batteries, operating on behalf of its members. As a not-for-profit, private limited company owned by its members, WEEE Ireland functions under the approval of the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government.
**Expertise & scope**
* Manage the collection, recovery, and recycling of WEEE and waste batteries.
* Develop and implement public and trade awareness initiatives to promote WEEE and battery recycling.
* Advise members on compliance obligations under WEEE and waste battery regulations.
* Develop the WEEE and battery take-back system within Ireland.
**Reputation / proof points**
* Operates under the approval of the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government.
* Members include Producers at the top of the Irish Electrical and Electronic Equipment and batteries market, such as Retailers and Local Authorities.
Additional information
WEEE Ireland actively engages in public awareness campaigns to encourage recycling. Recent initiatives highlight local recycling efforts, such as encouraging Westmeath householders to recycle waste batteries, noting that people from the county recycled the equivalent of 24 batteries per household last year. Similarly, Limerick residents recycled the equivalent of 12 batteries per household, which was noted as lower than the national average of 16. The organization also plans to deliver free battery recycling boxes nationwide to facilitate the collection of used batteries and small electrical items. These efforts are part of a broader push to increase battery recycling rates, with data indicating that only half of household batteries sold are returned for recycling annually.
Key Highlights
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Leading compliance scheme for WEEE and battery recycling in Ireland.
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“WEEE Ireland is the leading compliance scheme for the environmental management of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) and waste batteries in Ireland.”
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Offers free recycling services for householders and producers.
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“They offer free recycling services for householders and producers.”
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Founding member of CIRCULÉIRE, driving circular economy innovation.
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“WEEE Ireland is a founding member CIRCULÉIRE and has taken a lead role in the e-waste and second life enabler clusters since the platform was established”
Certifications & Trust Signals
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Operates under the approval of the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government.
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“WEEE Ireland is a Not for profit, Private limited company owned by members and operates under the approval of the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government.”
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Company Registration No. 393724
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“Company Registration No. 393724”
Buyer Snapshot
Best for
- Producers of electrical and electronic equipment in Ireland
- Producers of batteries in Ireland
- Businesses seeking EPR compliance support
- Organizations interested in circular economy initiatives
How engagement typically works
- Advisory services for compliance
- Management of collection and recycling logistics
- Development of awareness campaigns
- Partnerships for environmental initiatives
Typical deliverables
- Compliance reporting support
- Recycling infrastructure management
- Public awareness materials
- Circular economy strategy advice
Good to know
- Best when focused on WEEE and battery streams within Ireland.
HQ:
Dublin, Ireland
Languages:
English
Timezones:
Europe/London
Status:
listed
Services & Capabilities
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Jurisdictions:
EU
Countries:
IE
Industries:
Consumer goods, Retail, Manufacturers
Portfolio:
100+, 6-25
Onboarding time:
2–9 days
Pricing model:
Retainer
Starting from:
EUR 500
Included services:
Packaging EPR registration & reporting, WEEE registration & reporting, Battery compliance registration & reporting, Compliance calendar & reminders, Data validation and submission support
Streams Supported:
WEEE, Batteries
Reporting Support:
Yes
Multi Country Management:
No
Reporting Frequency:
Annually
Marketplace Support:
No
Portals Handled:
Producer, Householder, Retailer
Eco Modulation Support:
No
Additional weee_epr_rep Details
Streams Supported
WEEE, Batteries
Countries Covered
Ireland
Onboarding Steps
Submit an enquiry form for membership and compliance.
