Council supports Mooncup scheme
Women in Fenland are being encouraged to switch to a reusable period product which is helping to protect the environment.
Building on the success of an initial scheme at Huntingdonshire District Council, the Mooncup programme is now being supported by Fenland District Council and other councils in Cambridgeshire, as part of an initiative funded by the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Waste Partnership (RECAP)
Order your reusable period cup for just £5 (instead of £23.50!)
The reusable Mooncup menstrual cup contains no plastics or toxins and lasts for several years. By switching to a reusable Mooncup, each person can avoid throwing away about 264 single-use menstrual products every year.
This has a significant impact on the environment as disposable menstrual products add 200,000 tonnes of waste to UK waste disposal sites annually. By offering reusable menstrual cups, more councils across Cambridgeshire are aiming to tackle this environmental challenge by enabling residents to adopt more sustainable habits.
Bryony Rothwell, Waste Partnership Manager at RECAP, said:
"This programme reflects our commitment to waste reduction. By providing such incentives, we're hoping to enable our residents to make sustainable, cost-effective choices."
Emily Smith, Head of B2B, UK & International at Mooncup, added:
"We are thrilled to partner with Fenland District Council and RECAP on this important initiative. By providing them with reusable menstrual cups, we continue to support the cause of making sustainable choices accessible."
For more information, visit the Mooncup website or contact wasteminimisation@huntingdonshire.gov.uk.
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January 2025
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