Training programme for small firms to cut waste  

As well as the environmental benefits, Cork Chamber says the initiative could help firms to save money and boost competitive advantage.

Michelle O'Sullivan: 'Embracing the circular economy is a significant opportunity area for Irish SMEs.' Picture: Darragh Kane

Cork Chamber has launched “a circular economy” training programme to help small and micro businesses with recycling and green goals after the Covid-19 crisis. 

It said its programme would help firms reduce waste and carbon emissions and “save money, increase resilience and boost competitive advantage”.