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Recycling articles & guides

Practical, in-depth guides on recycling and buyback in Cape Town — from sorting your bin to the City's waste strategy.

24 June 20263 min read

A school recycling club builds lifelong habits, cleans up the campus and can even raise funds. Here's a step-by-step guide to starting one.

21 June 20263 min read

Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Repurpose, Recycle — the 5 Rs are a simple, powerful framework for teaching children to live with less waste.

17 June 20263 min read

Recyclables have cash value — which means your school can fund projects while teaching pupils about the environment. Here's how to set it up.

14 June 20263 min read

Small changes in the classroom can dramatically cut waste and model sustainability for pupils. Here's a practical guide for teachers.

11 June 20263 min read

Young people are among the most powerful voices for change. Here's how Cape Town's youth are leading on waste — and how to empower them.