Orkney Circular Economy Network

An Orkney Circular Economy Network has been established to promote the Circular Economy in Orkney. Our first project is to launch an Orkney Repair and Reuse Directory, building on the Highland Repair Directory created for the Highlands by the Highland Community Waste Partnership.

The Orkney Repair and Reuse Directory is a free, community-focused resource that makes it easier than ever to give items a second life. From broken appliances and worn clothing to unwanted furniture and bicycles, the directory connects people with local businesses, charities, and community groups that can help repair or rehome them.

Residents can use the directory to find: 

• Repair services – For electronics, clothing, furniture, bikes, and more. 

• Donation points – Charity shops, community projects, and reuse hubs. 

• Repair cafes & upcycling workshops – Where skills are shared to extend the life of goods. 

By helping people extend the life of everyday items and keep valuable materials in circulation, the directory aims to support Orkney’s transition to a circular economy—where resources are reused, repurposed, and kept in use for as long as possible.

The Orkney Circular Economy Network is a partnership between;

• The Highlands and Islands Climate Hub

• The Orkney Community Planning Partnership

• Orkney Islands Council

• Islands Centre for Net Zero

• Greener Orkney

• Orkney Zerowaste

To strengthen collaboration on circular economy and zero waste, the partnership have created a network that brings community groups, businesses and organisations together to connect, share knowledge, and build a more resilient, sustainable future. Members of the network can communicate and share information via a dedicated Microsoft Teams site.

Browse the map below to find share, repair and recycle services in Orkney.

Zoom into the map in your area to get a closer look at what's available near you. You can also narrow down your search by clicking on the left side menu to select a category of item. Click on an entry to get more details.