IN celebration of global recycling day and glass recycling week, The Glass Recycling Company (TGRC) has launched the #GlassRecyclingChallenge for the month of September. With more than 600 glass banks conveniently located across Gauteng alone, recycling glass has never been easier.
This public campaign, running throughout September, is dedicated to showing how quick, easy and simple glass recycling can be. By taking just a few minutes to drop off glass jars and bottles at a nearby glass bank, South Africans can make a significant environmental impact.
Call to action for glass recycling
TGRC invites everyone to participate in this exciting initiative. The challenge is simple: collect your glass jars and bottles, and take them to the nearest glass bank throughout September. The goal is to collect 140 tons of glass for recycling by the end of September - and TGRC needs your help to achieve it.
Every bottle and jar recycled reduces waste, lowers our carbon footprint and gives glass a second life. Circularity is all about reusing materials in a way that reduces waste and keeps them valuable for as long as possible. By recycling glass, we practise circularity, help protect our environment and conserve resources.
“We are thrilled to launch the #GlassRecyclingChallenge and encourage everyone to get involved,” said Shabeer Jhetam, CEO of TGRC. “Your actions can prove that recycling is not just a clear choice but a brilliant one. Glass recycling is one of the easiest ways to make a difference for our planet. By participating in this initiative, and then by making recycling a habit, every person has the chance to contribute to a cleaner, greener South Africa. It is vital that we consider a circular system for our waste so that it is recycled and reused. Together, we can achieve great things for our environment and future generations.”
How to get involved
Throughout September, consumers can recycle their glass at TGRC’s glass banks at various accessible locations across Gauteng - including popular spots like Pick n Pay on Nicol and Liquor City on Jan Smuts Avenue. TGRC wants to make recycling as convenient as possible for everyone.
Participants are encouraged to deposit their glass bottles and jars into designated glass banks and share their recycling journey on social media using the hashtag #GlassRecyclingChallenge.
All glass banks in Gauteng will contribute to the 140-ton target for this month.
To find your nearest glass bank, visit the TGRC website or click here. Simply take your used glass bottles and jars to your glass bank when doing your shopping, going for a walk, going to church or to your community hall.
By posting about the #GlassRecyclingChallenge, participants not only contribute to a greener planet, they also stand a chance to win exciting spot prizes. TGRC will be awarding R5000 spot prizes throughout the month to lucky recyclers who either actively participate in the challenge or promote the competition on social media using the hashtag.
Sustainable glass recycling culture
“TGRC is committed to developing a sustainable glass recycling culture in South Africa. By partnering with restaurants, shopping centres and other properties, we are expanding the reach and accessibility of glass banks - making it easier than ever for consumers to recycle. This pilot campaign will first roll out in Gauteng, with plans to expand to other metropolitan areas soon.
“We are not just launching a campaign; we are creating a movement. Our aim is to make glass recycling a part of everyday life for South Africans. By reinforcing the importance of glass recycling banks and making them accessible, we hope to inspire lasting change.”
Measuring impact
As part of the campaign, TGRC will track and report on the amount of glass collected as well as showcase the real impact of everyone's efforts. Updates will be shared through various media outlets - encouraging ongoing participation and fostering a sense of community around this important cause.
Join the #GlassRecyclingChallenge today!
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