Repair instead of throwing away: Dates for the Climate and Repair Café 2026!

Repair instead of throwing away: Dates for the Climate and Repair Café 2026!

The initiative to promote climate and repair cafés in the Amberg-Sulzbach district is taking shape. Today, October 29, 2025, the organization publishes the dates for 2026 to offer citizens support in repairing broken items. This means that a single item can be repaired per appointment, while the repairs are free of charge - although donations are welcome. Various contact options are available to make an appointment, including telephone numbers and an email address.

The upcoming dates for the climate and repair cafés are spread across several locations, including the KLÄRWERK youth center in Amberg and the Ursensollen middle school. The events take place in both afternoons and evenings, making it easier for those interested to find a suitable time. An overview of the fixed dates for 2026 can be viewed on the project website. All information is subject to change and will be updated as necessary.

Support from volunteers

The concept of repair cafés is based on collaboration with volunteers who offer their skills to help others repair items. These activities take place in ten municipalities in the district and are funded by the Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Building and Nuclear Safety and the National Climate Protection Initiative. The funding period for the first support began in 2019 and runs until 2021.

In addition, as part of a new initiative, the Federal Ministry has announced that volunteer projects will be able to apply for funding from December 2024. This is done as part of the “Repair Instead of Throw Away” program, which aims to help consumers repair defective products instead of throwing them away. The funding program offers over three million euros for the first round to support charitable initiatives. Minister Steffi Lemke emphasizes the importance of this repair culture for resource protection.

Long-term plans to promote repair culture

From 2025, clubs and initiatives that are not organized in a club will also be able to apply for funding. The goal is to make device repair easier through improved equipment, information and training. From June 20, 2025, there will also be a legal framework for the repairability of tablets and smartphones. Consumers can benefit from a longer warranty period if they choose to have repairs done.

In summary, the climate and repair café campaign in the Amberg-Sulzbach district not only offers support with repairs, but also promotes a social movement towards a more responsible use of resources. Those interested can find further information directly at birgland.de, zen-ensdorf.de and nachhalterverbrauch.info.