The ZeroNet is a cloud-based logistics platform and mobile app that coordinates household take-back collections of small electrical and electronic items to enable reuse, redistribution to charities, and resource recovery.
Circularity Relevance
Core
The ZeroNet is explicitly described as a cloud-based technology platform 'designed explicitly around the logistical requirements of the Circular Economy' and operates take-back/collection services for reuse. Source: The ZeroNet, 2024
Circular Role
DirectEnabler
The platform directly facilitates and operates take-back collections via its app and partner network (not solely a white-label or backend tool). Source: The ZeroNet, 2024
Circular Type
Circular Logistics
• Take-back & Collection
The ZeroNet's primary function is organising and executing household take-back collections (reverse logistics) via a consumer app and partner collectors. Source: The ZeroNet, 2024
R Strategy
R3 - Reuse, R5 - Refurbish, R8 - Recycle
Primary evidence shows the platform's core function is enabling household donation and collection for reuse (R3). The site and partner descriptions indicate support for refurbishment/repair pathways (R5) and resource recovery/recycling (R8) as secondary capabilities. Sources: The ZeroNet, 2024; Tech-Takeback, 2024
Circular Business Model
Take-back / Buy-back, Circular Logistics
The ZeroNet organises household collections (take-back) and manages reverse logistics to redistribute items to charities or reuse channels; these are core platform functions described on the site. Source: The ZeroNet, 2024
Organisational Type
ForProfit
Website footer lists 'ZEROBIN GROUP LTD, trading as The ZeroNet' with an Irish registered number and address. Source: The ZeroNet, 2024
Website describes an app for household donation/collection of unwanted small electricals and partnerships with reuse organisations and local councils, placing it primarily in Waste Management & Recycling and relevant to Retail & Consumer Goods. Source: The ZeroNet, 2024
Geographical Reach
Local
• Ireland
The platform is currently launched in Brighton & Hove (UK) as a live service; broader branded roll-outs are planned but not documented as active. Source: The ZeroNet, 2024
Hardware Component
None
The service is delivered via a cloud platform and mobile app coordinating collections; the provider does not supply specialised hardware as an integral part of the service (collection vehicles are operated by partners). Source: The ZeroNet, 2024
Tech Map Relevance
The ZeroNet is an operational digital platform that explicitly supports circular economy activities (take-back, reuse) as described on its website and shown in partner case studies; suitable for inclusion in the Circular Tech Map. Source: The ZeroNet, 2024
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