Wirkungsbericht 2025
Wachswandel is a social enterprise with an ecological bonus. We measure our impact not in claims, but in people who benefit.
Our Impact in Numbers
Live data from our collection and recycling network. Click a card for details.
How you can participate
Choose your way to support Wachswandel.
From collection to social impact
Every candle goes through this journey – and in the end, people benefit.
Collection
Old candle wax is collected at 50+ collection points across Germany.
Collection
Old candle wax is collected at 50+ collection points across Germany.
Pickup & Logistics
Regular, route-optimised pickups by our team.
Pickup & Logistics
Regular, route-optimised pickups by our team.
Workshop & Recycling
In our workshop, wax is sorted, melted down and poured into new candles.
Workshop & Recycling
In our workshop, wax is sorted, melted down and poured into new candles.
Sales & Revenue
Hand-poured recycled candles are sold through our shop and partners.
Sales & Revenue
Hand-poured recycled candles are sold through our shop and partners.
Donation & Impact
20–50% of proceeds go directly to social projects and initiatives.
Donation & Impact
20–50% of proceeds go directly to social projects and initiatives.
Achieving more together
These companies and organisations make Wachswandel possible. They show: sustainable action and business success are not mutually exclusive.
"As a collection point, we reach our customers on a whole new level. The transparency and measurable impact are convincing – this is CSR that really works."
Partner Company
Collection point partner since 2024
Become part of the impact
With every candle you support sustainable recycling and social projects.
Jede Kerze macht den Unterschied
The first nationwide circular solution
We're building the largest recycling network for candle wax in Germany – and every new partner brings us closer to our goal.
200
Collection points
In cities, communities and institutions
50.000 kg
Wax recycled
Annual collection capacity
100+
Projects supported
Local initiatives across Germany
Download impact report
For companies and partners: Download our detailed impact report as PDF – with all figures, projects and your individual impact balance.
Want to be part of Wachswandel?
Whether you donate wax, plan a collection point or want your brand to be visible – we'd love to hear from you.