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BIDCO Removes Security Cap Seal on Its Planet Aqua Water, Eliminating 1mt of Unnecessary Plastic. This is part of the Kenya Plastics Pact and WWF-Kenya #LetsBeClear Innovation Challenge. Fast-moving consumer goods manufacturer Bidco Africa is taking auxiliary steps by eliminating the color from one of its beverage SKUs in the future, underscoring the company’s dedication to innovation and responsible manufacturing practices. “Further, in our leading Planet Aqua Water, we’ve taken a bold step in removing the security cap seal, which has so far successfully contributed to reducing about one metric ton of unnecessary plastic from the value chain,” underscores Tushar Mehta, Chief Value Stream Leader, Beverages and Snacks at Bidco Africa. Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/dy3-xwQh

BIDCO Removes Security Cap Seal on Its Planet Aqua Water, Eliminating 1mt of Unnecessary Plastic. This is part of the Kenya Plastics Pact and WWF-Kenya #LetsBeClear Innovation Challenge. Fast-moving consumer goods manufacturer Bidco Africa is taking auxiliary steps by eliminating the color from one of its beverage SKUs in the future, underscoring the company’s dedication to innovation and responsible manufacturing practices. “Further, in our leading Planet Aqua Water, we’ve taken a bold step in removing the security cap seal, which has so far successfully contributed to reducing about one metric ton of unnecessary plastic from the value chain,” underscores Tushar Mehta, Chief Value Stream Leader, Beverages and Snacks at Bidco Africa. Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/dtNUpDbc

South Africa's place in a Circular Exonomy Last night the President spoke of moving our exports of raw material downstream exporting value added products. However, this has always been a vision but limited in success. Instead of trying to break the chain trying to process our raw materials into final food we should rather look at adding to the chain For example in the Auto Industry.. I rather suggest South Africa become a hub for "circular economy". We continue exporting raw material to produce cars etc. but we invite Car Companies to invest in their recycling projects in South Africa. We then import end of life vehicles and alike and recycle them here for re export in their original form or other products. So, instead of trying to break the chain in the cycle by bringing companies that add value in this chain to South Africa we add on to the cycle by becoming the worlds recycling centre bringing the circular economy 360 degrees

As spring breathes new life into South Africa, it's an ideal time to explore the burgeoning opportunities within our local manufacturing sector. Particularly, the production of rubber hoses by Bote Industries represents a significant shift towards self-sufficiency and sustainability. - Economic Growth: Supporting local industries bolsters our economy, creating jobs and fostering innovation. - Environmental Impact: Local production reduces carbon footprints by minimizing transportation needs. - Quality Assurance: Locally manufactured products often meet higher quality standards due to proximity and oversight. Bote Industries is at the forefront of this transformation, proving that local manufacturing isn't just viable—it's essential. By choosing locally produced goods, you're not only supporting our economy but also contributing to a sustainable future. #Manufacturing #Sustainability #LocalEconomy #Bote Industries#National Supplier

I feel Rwanda is waving up the scale in East Africa, and its rapid growth is truly inspiring. Take Kigali, for example—it's about to get even greener with the installation of reverse vending machines for recycling. Imagine walking down the street and being able to pop your empty bottle into a machine that rewards you for recycling. How cool is that? This initiative not only tackles waste but also encourages everyone to pitch in for a cleaner city. It's a brilliant way to blend technology with everyday life, making sustainability a community effort. Rwanda's forward-thinking approach is something that can spark similar movements across East Africa. It's amazing to see how a small idea can make a big difference and pave the way for a brighter, greener future.

Bine ați venit, România! ! ♻️🤝 We are thrilled to welcome Romania as a new #CloseTheGlassLoop national platform and we pledge our support to Circular Economy Coalition - CERC in building an action plan for glass collection and recycling in the country. In November 2023, Romania introduced a Deposit-Return System covering all beverages, which will have a major impact on the collection & recycling of glass containers. And at a recent conference we co-organised in Bucharest entitled “Towards a Close the Glass Loop Action Plan for Romania”, we could measure the interest from all value chain partners to achieve ambitious objectives for the circular economy of glass packaging. In the words of Mircea Fechet, the Romanian Minister for Environment, Waters and Forests, who introduced the conference, “The introduction of a Deposit-Return System is a game-changer for Romania and we welcome the decision by the Circular Economy Coalition to join Close the Glass Loop, as this will further enhance the successful implementation of our ambitious objectives for glass collection and recycling by drawing on best practices across the European Union”. We'll certainly do everything we can to help! Learn more about CGL national Platform of Romania on our website:   https://lnkd.in/epf3pvce ‎ 🌐 #ClosetheGlassLoop #CircularEconomy #GlassPackaging #GlassRecycling 🌍🔄 

There are several reasons for the flourishing of the plastic industry in Egypt: 1. Increasing demand: The Egyptian market is experiencing a continuous increase in demand for plastic products, both for domestic use and for export. 2. Emphasis on manufacturing: The Egyptian government focuses on enhancing the manufacturing sector as part of its economic diversification strategy, including support for the plastic industry. 3. Advanced infrastructure: Egypt has advanced infrastructure that facilitates production and distribution operations for plastic manufacturing companies. 4. Availability of raw materials: Egypt is an important source of raw materials used in the plastic industry, reducing production costs. 5. Supportive government policies: The Egyptian government has adopted supportive policies for the plastic industry, such as providing financial incentives and tax facilitations. It is expected that the plastic industry in Egypt will continue to thrive in the future thanks to these factors and others, contributing to the strengthening of the local economy and increasing job opportunities.

Africa Trend: The Circular Economy in Africa In September 2024, the Africa Circular Economy Alliance (ACEA) held the Tenth Special Session of the African Ministerial Conference on the Environment conference in Abidjan in the Ivory Coast, to discuss the sustainability of Africa’s future and possible opportunities to implement a circular economy. One topic brought forward involves the implementation of an Africa-wide rPET standard, which would significantly benefit the environment, waste production, and interregional trade. rPET stands for recycled polyethylene terephthalate, a recycled plastic material with diverse applications, but its most beneficial use is in the food packaging industry. This is because the increased use of recycled material enforces the virtuous cycle that is core to a circular economy, as well as requiring less energy and producing less CO2 compared to virgin PET production. Therefore, PET waste can be traded between countries to produce rPET, which subsequently reduces environmental degradation, extractive practices, and pollution. This is a significant step in the right direction towards improving Africa’s environmental footprint and implementing standards and policies aimed at sustainable processes for future generations. Are you interested in circular economy practices? Contact Lynne Martin at lynne.martin@frost.com to get involved with Frost & Sullivan.   #HelpingAfricaGrow #circulareconomy #Abidjan #IvoryCoast #rPET

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