The planet we live on is slowly buckling under the pressure of pollution and pilfered natural resources. Humans have a responsibility to take care of it by avoiding pollution and finding ways to reduce waste.
Recycling is one of the most popular ways of turning trash into cash.
Whether it’s glass, paper, cans or cardboard, recycling can go a long way towards keeping our environment cleaner.
The majority of waste ends up in our oceans after it is burned and dumped into landfills. There is a need to raise awareness among people about the benefits of recycling.
Turning trash into cash:
Vendors may receive cash in return for recyclable materials they may have collected, such as plastics, papers, metals and glass.
Mpact Recycling Managing Director John Hunt says:
“Recycling waste going to landfills is achieved by facilitating increased paper and plastic collections and helping to manage the costs of the collection of waste materials from various sources by upping their recycling capacity.”
Mpact Felixton Paper Mill specialises in the collection and recycling of paper and plastic.
More about turning trash into cash:
In the United States and Europe, waste collection and recycling is a multi-billion dollar industry.
Most of the waste produced in Africa can be recycled and reused to create new products.
The Glass Recycling Company provides a source of income for thousands of South Africans who collect glass for recycling.
Collect-A-Can offers cash for cans collected. In South Africa, this has become quite popular, with schools often taking part in drives to collect cans and to instil the culture of recycling.
Young people have realised the value in recycling and are taking the initiative towards creating viable environmental solutions by turning trash into cash.
Thato Kgatlhanye and Rea Ngwane founded “Repurpose Schoolbags.” These upcycled plastic school bags have a solar panel in the flap, which can be used to provide light at night for scholars.