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Is there funding for recycling bins in public spaces?

Yes, for local authorities: Citeo's Away-from-home call for projects provides flat-rate funding for sorting bins, bin shelters, bring banks and bag holders installed in public spaces, parks, beaches, tourist sites and public-access buildings.

Updated 25 September 2026 · Sources at the bottom of the page · Text version

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Short answer

Yes, for local authorities: Citeo's "Hors foyer" (away-from-home) call for projects provides flat-rate funding for sorting bins, bin shelters, columns and bag holders installed in public spaces, parks, beaches, tourist sites and public-access buildings. In 2026, applications were submitted from 15 June to 18 September, with winners due to be announced in December 2026; expenses have been eligible since 2023. CCiteo

Who can apply

Local authorities covered by a contract with Citeo or Adelphe: primarily the EPCIs (inter-municipal bodies) and groupings responsible for collection or sanitation, or municipalities that hold that responsibility alone.

Which equipment

Sorting bins, bin shelters, drop-off bring banks, containers and bag holders (under conditions). Two options: purchase by the local authority with flat-rate funding depending on streams and equipment, or the Citeo/Adelphe catalogue (bin shelters and above-ground bring banks, not eligible for ERPs).

2026 timetable

StepDate
Specifications30 April 2026
Preliminary design requireduntil 29 May 2026
Application deadline15 June – 18 September 2026
WinnersDecember 2026 (provisional)

The flat-rate amounts are set out in Citeo's specifications. To prepare for the next campaign, we draw up detailed quotes per piece of equipment: request a quote.

Sources

Razvan Toma
Written byRazvan Toma

Founder of PoubelleTri. Has designed and made recycling stations for businesses and local authorities since 2010: more than 16 years of B2B manufacturing experience.

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