Reimagine Recycling showcase circular economy solutions
THE Reimagine Recycling program, an initiative of Save Philippine Seas and Coca-Cola Philippines, proudly announces five community-based programs that have received up to P500,000 of grant funding.
Now in its fifth year, Reimagine Recycling continues to support groups that champion circular economy solutions, address solid waste management and enhance the well-being of the informal waste sector.
This year, the initiative also focuses on projects preventing waste leakage in riverine and marine ecosystems and grassroots initiatives.
Following a competitive application process that opened in October 2023, projects were selected for grant funding from the Coca-Cola Foundation Philippines. These projects are RezBin, Threads by Pammé, Love for Green Universe, Coast and Upstyle.
The Foundation reports that past winners of Reimagine Recycling continue to scale up, expand, and benefit underprivileged communities, such as Alon and Araw, Barrio Studios, and Smart Recycle PH.
In 2018, the Coca-Cola Co. has announced its global ambition to support a circular economy to help eliminate waste through the continual use of packaging as a valuable resource.
In addition to the Reimagine Recycling program, Coca-Cola Philippines is accelerating more waste management solutions through the implementation of “May ikabobote pa,” its consumer engagement initiative that aims to inform and engage consumers about the actions they can take to recycle their empty plastic bottles.
For more information about Reimagine Recycling, visit savephilippineseas.org. You may also read more about Coca-Cola Philippines’ initiatives at cocacola.com/ph/en/sustainability.