About the CRNS

The CRNS is a membership body for community recycling organisations throughout Scotland. We provide information, advice and support to both existing and emerging community recyclers.

CRNS Mission Statement

The CRNS exists to build a stronger community recycling sector in Scotland which can create real social, environmental and economic benefit within our local communities.

CRNS Values (the underlying principles that guide the work of the CRNS)

The CRNS is:

• Committed to the principles of Zero Waste and sustainable development.

• Committed to and directly accountable to the Membership.

• Committed to local communities delivering local recycling solutions.

• Committed to carrying out all of its activities with trust, integrity and openness.

• Committed to social and environmental justice.

The CRNS Objectives are:

• To provide a range of quality services to Members and potential Members

• To promote and represent the community recycling sector – regionally, nationally and internationally

• To foster partnerships and networking between and by the community recycling sector

• To ensure that the CRNS and the community recycling sector becomes sustainable