Local Authority Prevention Network Programme
The Local Authority Prevention Network (LAPN), was developed by the Environmental Protection Agency as part of the National Waste Prevention Programme. The purpose of this initiative is to build capacity in the Local Authorities for the promotion of resource efficiency and waste prevention at a local level. This EPA initiative is providing financial and technical support to Local Authorities to tackle the challenge of waste prevention in partnership with businesses, public organisations and communities in their area.
Cork County Council in partnership with South & East Cork Area Development were successful in receiving a grant aid to develop and implement a programme to encourage small & medium size enterprises, in South & East Cork, to reduce their consumption of materials, water and energy. This programme will facilitate the placement of a Waste Prevention Officer in SECAD Headquarters in Midleton. The role of the Waste Prevention Officer is to promote, advise and guide small to medium size enterprises in South & East Cork on waste prevention, and water conservation. The Waste Prevention Officer will also promote the energy management tools and advice provided by Sustainable Energy Ireland.
Contact Claire Kelly, Waste Prevention Officer, by phone on 021 4613432 and by e-mail: .
