Recycle despite bag shortage
THE ethekwini Municipality has urged residents to continue recycling waste after experiencing a slight interruption to the supply of orange recycling bags.
About 15% of residents experienced interruption to the supply of orange bags for recycling. Those who are affected by the interruption of supply have been urged to use clear plastic bags provided by the city to recycle in the interim.
Durban Solid Waste (DSW) said residents should place cardboard, paper, glass and cans in the bags.
Those who are experiencing problems with receiving and collection of recycling are encouraged to contact DSW and let them know if they would like to receive the clear bags. Residents will have to supply their address and will be notified when the clear bags will be delivered to them.
DSW management said the orange bag delivery and distribution had been disrupted due to a shortage of bags, caused by issues with the supplier. The management said the issue was being addressed urgently.
“Due to these challenges, DSW would like to request all residents to use clear bags in the interim for all recyclables.
“The orange bag distribution has been disrupted for a few months, due to the increase in volumes of bags. However, it is expected to resume its original supply and distribution shortly after the issue has been resolved,” said the management.
The DSW confirmed that as much as supply has been disrupted, almost 75% of ethekwini households were still receiving orange bags.
Residents who are not receiving orange bags can contact the DSW Helpline on 031 303 1665/031 322 7080/031 311 8804 or email: kdbarec@ durban.gov.za
DSW education officers will arrange for delivery of the clear bags if orange bags are unavailable.
Residents can also call or email the above numbers if they have any comments or questions about recycling.