Waste Action Volunteers

Volunteer!

Get a helping hand from our volunteers!

Want to know more about recycling?

Got a problem with your compost bin?

Want a 'green' stall at your local event, or a talk to your school or community group?

Then speak to one of our specially trained volunteers based throughout the county. They are here to help you and your community, school or workplace find out more about how to reduce waste, save money and help the environment.

Call 0116 305 7005, or email waste.prevention@leics.gov.uk to get in touch with your local volunteer.

Photo of some of the Waste Action Volunteers

Every hour in the UK we throw away enough waste to fill the Albert Hall; we need your help to reduce this. Our volunteers can give personal advice and tips to help you and your community find our more about the benefits of reducing waste, such as saving money and time.

Why not ask a Waste Action Volunteers to:

Run a cooking class teaching people how to make the most of leftovers using our ready made lesson plans

Attend your local event

Give personalised advice to households about how to reduce waste

Set up a display stand in your local area e.g supermarket or library

Give a talk at a school or Brownie or Scout group

Write an article for you local newsletter or magazine

If you would like to become a Waste Action Volunteer and get involved with helping Leicestershire residents reduce waste visit our Becoming a Waste Action Volunteer page for more information.