With over 2,800 schools now in the programme in Ireland, Repak will use this support in keeping Green-Schools initiative at the forefront of environmental education and in helping achieve the Irish Government’s waste reduction and climate change targets.
Speaking on behalf of Repak, Chief Executive Andrew Hetherington said “this sponsorship is a great fit for Repak as we and Green-Schools share the common goal of driving forward the recycling agenda and ensuring we care for the long term future of our environment. We hope through Repak’s sponsorship and direct support Green-Schools can grow to be an even greater success than it is today. “
They join Coca Cola who have supported Green-Schools since it began ten years ago and The Wrigley Company who became sponsors a year later.
Repak takes over as lead sponsor from Greenstar who have supported Green-Schools for the past three years.
A series of green flag award ceremonies took place in February where a further 158 Green Flags were awarded to Montessori, Primary, Secondary and Special schools for their good environmental management practices
This brings the number of schools flying the flag in Ireland to 1,277, which represents nearly one third of all schools in the country.
Speaking at the ceremonies, Green-Schools Manager Cathy Joyce said “It is so important to acknowledge the great work going on all over the country in Green Schools.” “Students, teachers and whole school communities are taking real action and making a positive difference. They are an inspiration to us all.”
Along with Green Schools Repak have also renewed their commitments to the National Spring Clean campaign and also to the National Tidy Towns awards, where they sponsor the Regional and Best Presented Bring Bank Awards.
