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Own funds, refinancing or funding - we show you how

Our setups and workshops can be funded in various ways. We will advise you on which options are suitable for you, help you navigate the funding jungle and show you how you can refinance your project sustainably.

01 - Funding opportunities

We advise you

Three ways to get your bottleneck project financed or funded

01

Self-finance & save costs

Many of our initiators finance workshops or set-ups from their own budget – often with savings elsewhere that we can help with.

02

Use subsidies & grants

Public and private funding programs offer up to 100% financing – we will help you find suitable programs and support you with the first steps.

03

Refinancing through the sale of products

Old glass bottles can be turned into jars, vases or lanterns that can be expanded and sold to cover the investment in the workshop or set-up.

Your network for Reduce, Recycle & Reuse

Financing & funding ideas

02 - Practical examples of promotion

With the right funding, yourenvironmental and educational projects can not only be (re-)financed and promoted, but also established in the long term - for maximum impact.

This is how we try to help

01 - Financing & Help

Own

Budget + partial funding

Just imagine: At the summer party on the allotment site, visitors create vases, lanterns and decorative elements for their gardens from collected used glass bottles.

Added value & promotion:
The campaign promotes environmental awareness, participation and community – financed by association funds and a small environmental education fund.

02 - Subsidies

Scenarios for 100% funding

Imagine this: A workshop for the disabled or an environmental festival offer upcycling workshops with a focus on inclusion, education and zero waste.

Added value & funding:
Thanks to full funding (e.g. Aktion Mensch, environmental education programs), there are no costs for the institution or organizer.

03 - Re-financing

Refinancing through upcycling products

Imagine this: A nursery or café uses upcycled bottles as vases/votive holders and sells them with flowers or as table decorations. The sale refinances the upcycling set-up.

Added value & promotion:
The setup is amortized through product sales or DIY workshops – sustainably and promotes environmental awareness.

03 - Funding opportunities by topic

In which areas do projects create added value and can be funded or refinanced - & why?

Inclusion work (for social institutions)

Upcycling creates barrier-free, creative experiences that bring people together regardless of their abilities or backgrounds. Whether in workshops, social facilities or inclusive groups - working together strengthens participation and social integration.

Integration work (clubs, centers)

Intercultural encounters are promoted and action-oriented learning is made possible through joint upcycling. People from different backgrounds come together to implement sustainable projects and learn from each other.

Zero-waste initiatives (environmental groups, NGOs)

Upcycling offers a practical solution for avoiding waste and raises awareness of sustainable consumption. Environmental groups and initiatives can use live upcycling to enrich events, raise awareness and make zero-waste concepts tangible.

Vocational training (vocational training centers, VHS)

Upcycling combines practical craftsmanship with creative learning and is suitable for various educational programs. Whether as a low-threshold entry-level opportunity or as creative skills development - the combination of theory and practice creates new career prospects.

Private parties (weddings, birthdays)

Sustainable memories instead of disposable products: Upcycling adds a creative hands-on activity to weddings, birthdays or other private celebrations. Guests create individual souvenirs and contribute to sustainable event design.

Company & employee parties (CSR, team building)

Whether as a team-building event or CSR measure - upcycling together strengthens team spirit and sets an example for sustainability. Companies can actively involve employees with live upcycling and make their sustainability strategy visible at the same time.

Discover more funding opportunities - The Zero Waste Agency's funding compass

In addition to our advisory services, it is worth taking a look at the Zero Waste Agency’s funding compass. There you will find a comprehensive overview of current funding programs for zero waste, environmental education, circular economy and sustainable initiatives – from regional to nationwide grants. Use the funding compass to discover further sources of funding for your project and find the right support for your project.

04 - Anything else?

Still have questions?

No matter what - whether it's about financing, funding, setup or workshop documents: We'll be happy to help you! If you still have any questions, just write to us!

Setting up and dismantling our upcycling setups is uncomplicated and time-saving. Thanks to our modular systems, which are delivered either on a cargo bike or in a practical case, transportation is easy. All you need on site is enough space to set it up. With the enclosed assembly instructions, assembly is quick and requires no prior technical knowledge.

Yes, absolutely! Our upcycling workshops and DIY setups are safe and certified. The bottle separators used comply with the applicable safety standards and are CE-marked. This means we can guarantee safe and harmless use - even for educational projects and events.

Yes, there are various funding opportunities depending on the type of project and accessibility. We will be happy to advise you individually on suitable funding programs, especially when it comes to educational projects, sustainability initiatives or community campaigns. Just get in touch with us and we'll find the right solution together!

Yes, absolutely! Our upcycling workshops and DIY setups are safe and certified. The bottle separators used comply with the applicable safety standards and are CE-marked. This means we can guarantee safe and harmless use - even for educational projects and events.

Yes, that is possible! Our DIY workshops and ReUp boxes are designed so that you can use them independently. The comprehensive operating instructions and clearly structured materials make it easy to set them up yourself. This allows you to carry out the upcycling activity flexibly and independently.

Our upcycling workshops are worthwhile even for small groups, depending on the format and type of workshop. Whether for team events, school projects or joint activities - the flexible design makes it possible to work creatively with both a few and many participants.

05 - Request advice now!

Let's look for funding together

Fill out the form and we will check your funding options together with our network. Whether it's environmental education, zero waste or inclusion - we can help you to finance your project sustainably.