Meurthe-et-Moselle Champions Social and Circular Economy with New Charter and Recycling Center
Meurthe-et-Moselle launches social economy initiatives with a new charter and recycling center.
Key Points
- • Meurthe-et-Moselle signs a charter for a 'social, solidarity, and circular economy'.
- • A new recycling center opened in Uckange combines ecology with social initiatives.
- • The charter aims to tackle inequalities and promote sustainability in the region.
- • Local residents can donate items for reuse, supporting a circular economy.
On July 6, 2025, significant advancements were made in promoting the social and circular economy in Meurthe-et-Moselle. The department signed a regional charter for a 'social, solidarity, and circular economy' in the Haut-Pays region, encompassing Briey and Longwy. Chaynesse Khirouni, the department's president from the Socialist Party, emphasized the charter's goal to create alternative development models that address inequalities and environmental issues. Khirouni stated, "L’économie sociale et solidaire est un autre modèle de développement inspirant qui doit permettre d’accompagner cette nécessité de sortir d’un modèle qui creuse les inégalités et qui abîme la planète, nos ressources, et dont seuls quelques-uns en profitent." This charter aims to facilitate collaboration among local stakeholders by fostering sustainable economic practices.
In conjunction with this initiative, a new recycling center opened in Uckange on June 17, 2025. Spanning 430 square meters, the center is designed to combine ecological practices with social economy objectives. Managed by Sébastien Camus, the facility collaborates with the waste disposal services of Algrange and Hayange. Local residents are encouraged to drop off items geared for reuse, thus contributing to a circular economy. The center also offers a range of second-hand products at low prices, including children's toys, furniture, and more, making sustainable options accessible to the community.
These initiatives reflect a growing commitment towards integrating sustainability and social responsibility in local economic practices within Meurthe-et-Moselle. They signify a widening embrace of the social and solidarity economy as a viable path towards a more equitable and environmentally-friendly development.
Looking ahead, local officials hope to extend the principles outlined in the charter across the entire department, bolstering the framework necessary for sustainable economic growth as they address pressing social disparities and ecological concerns in the region.