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Sustainability Day, observed on the last Sunday of October (today), is dedicated to encouraging environmental responsibility and sustainable practices. It’s a global initiative that highlights the urgent need to address climate change and resource depletion by adopting eco-friendly habits and reducing our environmental footprint. At Mpact Recycling, we are committed to supporting sustainability through effective recycling and waste management. Participating in sustainability efforts helps conserve resources, cut down on pollution, and promote the circular economy. This Sustainability Day, think about how you can make a positive impact. Choose eco-friendly products with recyclable packaging, and continue to support sustainable businesses like Mpact Recycling. Sustainability comes from sustained effort. Happy Sustainability Day.

Recycling is easy. Get it in the system. You’ve put it in the bag. Now what do you do with your recycling? Once you’ve got your recyclables collected, it’s time to get them to your nearest recycling centre. If you want to save on the drive, there are residential programmes (like ours) and other convenient kerbside collection services near you. 🚚 ♻️ Make sure you get your recyclables to where they need to be, so that they can move through the system and keep our circular economy moving.

Recycling is easy. Get to know your recyclables. You’re ready to recycle but not sure what’s recyclable in South Africa? Get to know your recyclables, it’s really that easy. Some recyclables to look out for: Paper Aluminium cans Glass PET bottles Liquid board cartons Some recyclables like PET bottles can be recycled into new ones, making them completely circular. While liquid board cartons can be manufactured into new items like clothing hangers, furniture and even roof tiles. Simply, sort recyclables from waste.

It's International E-Waste Day! International E-Waste Day was established in 2018 by the WEEE Forum to raise awareness about the growing environmental challenges posed by electronic waste. With millions of tonnes of e-waste generated each year, the day highlights the importance of proper recycling and reuse of electronic devices. The initiative aims to encourage individuals, businesses, and governments to take responsibility for managing e-waste, promoting sustainable practices, and reducing the impact of hazardous materials on the environment and human health. Each year, the day brings global attention to the urgent need for action in tackling this waste crisis. By recycling your old electronics, you help recover materials that could go toward making even more advanced electronics. Most importantly, you reduce the amount of toxic chemicals being sent to landfill. If you have old electronics, don’t just chuck it in the bin. Explore private waste management companies that specialise in e-waste like Mpact Waste Management, or take it to a recycling centre that accepts it. Remember; it’s not waste until its thrown away. Read about e-waste here: https://bit.ly/3Xeefnu

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Recycling is easy. Get it sorted. Recycling is simpler than you think. Just follow some easy steps and it’s sorted. ♻️ Whether you’re flipping the top of your pedal bin or tossing a ball of paper into your waste basket, take a step back. Then, sort plastic bottles and long-life milk cartons from the rest of your household waste. You can do this using a bag or bin set aside for recyclable packaging. Make it easier to recycle by rinsing, flattening and putting the cap back on. Not only does it remove contaminants, it saves you loads of space. Doing this once or twice a week, takes a few minutes but could buy valuable time in the race against South African landfills reaching capacity.

Presenting Petco and Fibre Circle as our National Clean-Up and Recycling Week Recycling Heroes of the Day! In recycling circles, Petco needs little introduction – they're a Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) taking extended producer responsibility for materials like PET plastic and liquid board cartons. Petco plays a pivotal role in creating a circular economy with companies in the packaging sectors that manufacture these materials. Fibre Circle is dedicated to sustainable action around paper waste. Fibre Circle plays a crucial role in advancing the circular economy for paper and cardboard products. Their commitment to supporting the recycling industry through innovation and collaboration helps drive significant environmental benefits. Both PRO’s efforts extend beyond recycling—they also focus on educating and engaging communities about the importance of recycling and the benefits of a circular economy. Their commitment to environmental stewardship and collaboration with organisations like Mpact Recycling underscores a shared goal of fostering a more sustainable future making them our Recycling Heroes. We’re proud to be a member of these amazing organisations. Read about Petco here: ➡️ https://bit.ly/4duKNR0 Read more about Fibre Circle here: ➡️ https://bit.ly/3YSk0JY #MpactRecycling #Petco #NationalCleanUpAndRecyclingWeek #FibreCircle

Today is National River Clean-Up Day – one of the key days in National Clean-up and Recycle Week! It’s dedicated to keeping our rivers waste-free, ensuring they remain vibrant and healthy for both the affected wildlife and surrounding communities. On National River Clean-Up Day, volunteers across the country come together to tackle litter and debris along riverbanks, contributing to improved water quality and a cleaner environment. To contribute, get some gloves and some plastic bags, gather as many hands as you can, and head on over to your nearest river to pick up some waste. It's a straightforward yet powerful way to make a tangible difference. #MpactRecycling #NationalCleanUpAndRecyclingWeek #RecyclingHeroes

Presenting Razia Patel and her company Why Waste as our National Clean-Up and Recycling Week Recycling Heroes of the Day! From Ladysmith in Kwa-Zulu Natal, Razia is a recycling advocate who educates individuals in government, schools, and households. A stalwart & influential member of her community, she is known for organising fun and effective activities around recycling. Razia’s motto is “Reuse, Reduce, Recycle,” and she believes “every little bit helps” when it comes to recycling and other sustainable practices. She’s been with Why Waste for 19 years, and under her leadership, they collect over 300 tonnes of recyclables monthly—while helping the community through education and collection initiatives. For dedication, passion, and achievement toward recycling and community upliftment, please join us in celebrating Razia Patel, and Why Waste, as our Recycling Heroes. #MpactRecycling #WhyWaste #NationalCleanUpAndRecyclingWeek #RecyclingHeroes Read more about Why Waste here: ➡️ https://bit.ly/3YYk3UJ #MpactRecycling #FibreCircle #NationalCleanUpAndRecyclingWeek #RecyclingHeroes

Our favourite week of the year has arrived! That’s right, National Clean-Up and Recycling Week is fully underway as of today. 🇿🇦 Let’s dedicate a little extra in our collective efforts to improve our environment, our economy, and our communities through recycling, over the next five days. Be sure to mark your calendar for these key dates: ∙ 18 September: National River Clean-Up Day ∙ 20 September: National Recycling Day ∙ 21 September: World Clean-Up Day And watch this space for more exciting content for National Clean-Up and Recycling Week 2024! #MpactRecycling #NationalCleanUpAndRecyclingWeek