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Denmark's Big and Wonderful Second Hand Economy

Denmark's Big and Wonderful Second Hand Economy

FromHow to Live in Denmark


Denmark's Big and Wonderful Second Hand Economy

FromHow to Live in Denmark

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Length:
7 minutes
Released:
Oct 18, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Denmark has a thriving second-hand economy, in part because people generally don't look down on second-hand goods here. The Danes are practical people – why should something be thrown out when it can be used again? And their passion for sustainability means it’s cool to reuse something that already exists instead of manufacturing something new. There is a network of “genbrug” (recycling) stations all over all over the country, where people can leave stuff they don’t want and other people can take it for free. And there's a thriving market for second-hand furniture in the classic Danish design style. 
Released:
Oct 18, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Life as an international in Denmark, one of the world's most homogenous countries, isn't always easy. In Denmark’s longest-running English-language podcast, Kay Xander Mellish, an American who has lived in Denmark for more than a decade, offers tips for enjoying your time in “the world’s happiest country” plus insights on Danish culture and how to build friendships with Danes.