UC Dublin's The Library of Things

University College Dublin (UCD) recently launched The Library of Things, a pioneering initiative designed to reduce consumption and waste on campus. This innovative service, available at the James Joyce Library’s welcome desk, allows students and staff to borrow a wide range of household items for FREE!

From kitchen appliances to outdoor equipment, The Library of Things provides easy access to items that might only be needed temporarily, helping to reduce the need for individual ownership and, in turn, lowering the environmental impact of single-use products.

This initiative is the first of its kind in any Irish university and marks an important step in UCD’s ongoing commitment to sustainability. By encouraging sharing and reusing, UCD is fostering a more sustainable campus community while supporting the university’s broader environmental goals.

Learn more about it here: https://libcal.ucd.ie/reserve/equipment/EL