Ireland's Bottle Return Revolution | Dublin News

Ireland’s new Deposit Return Scheme is smashing targets—over 3.2 billion containers returned, litter down 55% since launch. Pay 15 or 25 cents on bottles/cans, get it back as a voucher when you return them. Run by nonprofit Re-turn, funded by producer fees, unredeemed deposits, and recycled material sales. Returned containers yield ultra-pure (98%) recyclables—even though food-grade plastic reuse isn’t yet possible. Unclaimed deposits? Over €60 million in 2025 alone helped fund transport, education, and more. Aim: 90% return rate by 2029. Bonus: “Return for Children” lets schools raise cash for charities—already $540K raised. This isn’t just recycling—it’s transforming waste into community impact. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6c3933c1cd0cedaf