5th Board

Transitioning from a linear economy to a circular one requires waste prevention to play a key role in all areas of life. Durability, reusability, repairability, and recyclability should be considered during the design phase, while business models should prioritize community-based solutions (such as rental and shared use) over individual consumption.

The driving force of the economy should be moderation, not constant economic growth and profit maximization. True joy doesn’t come from consuming more and more, but from reconnecting with one another and with nature.

“Wholesome life” generally refers to a lifestyle that is healthy, balanced, and fulfilling — both physically and mentally. It suggests living in a way that supports well-being, strong values, and positive relationships with others and the environment.

It implies a life that is not just waste-free, but also:

• Sustainable and respectful of nature

• Mindful of what we consume

• Healthy in terms of food, environment, and habits

• Connected to community and meaningful living

It’s not just about reducing waste — it’s about creating a harmonious, intentional, and responsible way of life.

How do you imagine the sustainable settlement of the future?

What solutions already exist today? How often do you use them?

What solutions are displayed on this board?

• Eco-schools

• Fruit and vegetable stalls offering local produce without packaging (saves an average of 1 ton of packaging waste per year)

• Refillable glass bottle collection facilities (a glass bottle can be refilled up to 50 times before needing to be recycled — and it can be recycled infinitely)

• Community laundromat

• Bakery

• Bicycle transportation

• Abundant greenery and parks (can reduce urban temperatures by up to 6°C)

The term “15-minute cities” refers to urban environments where everything residents need for their daily lives is accessible within a 15-minute walk or bike ride.

• Last Saturday of March – Earth Hour
• April 22 – Earth Day
• June 5 – World Environment Day
• August 30 – International Kitchen Garden Day
• September 22 – World Car-Free Day
• September 16–22 – European Mobility Week (Car-Free Week)

• Package-Free Stores in Europe – Summary
• The Parma Story – A living example of how a city can transition from traditional waste management to zero waste in just five years.
• The Newport Story – The example of Newport, Wales clearly proves that if selective waste collection systems prioritize quality over quantity, world-class results can be achieved.
• The Tübingen Story – The city of Tübingen in Germany has taken pioneering steps by introducing a city-wide tax on single-use plastic items. This measure is part of a broader strategy aimed at widely encouraging reuse.

• Small Communities Program: Ecology, Community, Livelihood – Locally

• Recommendations and action tips for an ecologically sustainable society.

• Green Guide: Livable Cities and Sustainable Businesses – Without Sacrifices

• Green Zone Association: Eco-friendly Events, Charitable Team-Building, Environmentally Conscious Lifestyle

• Hungarian Association of Nature Conservationists: Protection of the Whole of Nature and Promotion of Sustainable Development

• Rakun Box Community: Reusable Food Containers with a Deposit System at Local Dining Establishments

• Network of Shopping Communities

• Network of Zero Waste Towns, Best Practices (in English)