The Ripple Project is proud to announce the launch of North-East Edinburgh’s first community-run refillery project from its Restalrig Lochend Community hub.
The volunteer-run ‘Ripple Refillery’ will open on 27th March and is the latest sustainability initiative from the North-Edinburgh membership-led community charity. Local people will have the opportunity to bring their own containers and jars to stock up on a variety of essential items, such as dry foods, toiletries, pet food and cleaning products, all supplied at affordable prices.
The project is led by Tristan Green, Community Action Worker, at The Ripple, who commented: ‘Our goal is to help the community by providing access to good quality, low-cost food.
“Our stocked items are based upon a community feedback survey which highlighted essential items that local residents struggle to afford in retail quantities.
“Given the continuous cost-of-living crisis and the harrowing news reported this week that there are now 12 million people in absolute poverty in Britain, more creativity is required when trying to ease the worries of those most in need.
‘The refillery will help local people to save money whilst also supporting the environment by removing the need for single use plastics and reduce food wastage. We’ve been working with local producers including Edinburgh Community Food and Organic Egg Supplier Dave Stoddart to ensure that we’re able to offer the best local produce where possible. Any small profits will be re-invested into community-based projects in the area.
“I’d like to thank all of our amazing community volunteers who give up their time to help run the refillery and we would love to hear from local businesses who might be able to support us with the supply of stock.”
Any local businesses looking to support the initiative can contact Tristan Green at Tristan.green@theripple.org.uk.
Opening today on Wednesday 27th March, the Ripple Refillery will be open every Wednesday (11am-3pm) and Thursday (3pm-7.30pm).
Additional volunteers are wanted to ensure we can progress to opening even more days during the week.
PICTURED: The Ripple Refillery – Tristan Green with volunteers Sandra Little, Maureen Croall and Irene Taylor