The project is coordinated by Beth Ritchie, Graduate Project Officer and Kirsty Early, Environmental Strategy Officer both working in the Climate, Nature & Sustainability Team. Beth said: "The reuse ripple effect across Fife has been amazing in such a short time. Warp It doesn’t just save money; it’s also helping us reach our bigger climate and net zero targets showing how the circular economy can make a real difference."
Since joining Warp It in July 2024, Fife Council has funded access for NHS Fife and Fife College creating three “reuse friends” leading the way in the county. Figures from March 2026 show the programme has already saved the local authority £12,199, donated £3,564 to charity, avoided 5,009 kilograms of carbon, and kept 2,130 kilograms of waste out of landfill. That’s the same as taking two cars off the road or planting six trees.
Anyone with the correct council email can use the system including council employees, teachers, social workers, library staff, and leisure and cultural services. This wide access means the circular economy benefits are spreading further than expected.
The council is now inviting other organisations beyond Fife to take part, including Scottish charities and non-profits. Groups already involved include a community football team, boxing societies, The Men’s Shed, and The Big House Multibank.
Beth added: "By opening reuse beyond the council, we are extending the circular economy across Fife and beyond. Charities, non-profits, and other groups are all getting involved, keeping resources in use and benefiting the local community. Warp It has already paid for itself, and reuse is helping the council reach its green and net zero goals."
With more external organisations, charities, and community groups joining, the ripple effect shows no signs of slowing, with reuse saving resources and supporting a greener, more sustainable Fife.