Project name

Recycling culture

Theme
Objective

The project aims to incorporate the 3Rs initiative into the organization’s culture by promoting recycling, composting organic waste in the educational system, and recycling batteries to reduce the need for critical minerals.

Organization
YMCA of Greater Toronto
Contact Information
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Project Summary

This project focuses on minimizing waste through a robust recycling culture, including organic composting of kitchen waste as an educational tool for students. The composting program is integrated into both educational and agricultural practices on certified farms. Additionally, the project has successfully recovered 16 tons of batteries since 2011 through a recycling initiative across 15 facilities and features public exhibitions to promote recycling and material recovery for sustainable farming.