Manufacturer Ardagh Glass Packaging’s money4glass initiative – launched in July 2023 – has yielded positive results. From August 2023 to January this year, the company’s glass recycling depot at its Clayville facility, in Gauteng, received cullet tonnage close to 278 000, of which 35%, or 97 050 t, was transacted on money4glass. In the Western Cape, at the company’s Bellville facility, total cullet tonnage received was 50 848, with 12.7% of this transacted on money4glass. “There is, however, still plenty of room for growth, and we’d like to remind glass recyclers of the compelli ..read more

Shabeer Jhetam, the CEO of TGRC calls on property managers of malls, shopping centres, gated estates, and complexes to install glass banks on their premises. By doing so, they would foster a sustainability initiative that aims to maintain a clean environment and manage their glass waste effectively. In today’s era of heightened environmental awareness, managers of properties for malls, shopping centres, gated estates and complexes play a crucial role in shaping sustainable practices within their communities. An impactful initiative gaining traction is the placement of glass banks on properties ..read more

The Glass Recycling Company (TGRC), under the leadership of CEO Shabeer Jhetam, is spearheading a transformative journey to elevate glass recycling in South Africa. This vision extends beyond a traditional strategy, aiming to inspire collaboration across households, hospitality businesses, municipalities, manufacturers and producers. By championing responsible practices and aligning with regulatory frameworks, TGRC is actively shaping a more sustainable future for glass recycling in South Africa. Further, by doing so, a window into a future in which every glass bottle can t ..read more

Recycle and Win Big! The Ultimate School Recycling Challenge Unleashed by The Glass Recycling Company TGRC Announces the 2024 Annual Schools Competition The Glass Recycling Company (TGRC) is excited to announce the kick-off of the 2024 Annual Schools Competition, encouraging schools in Gauteng, The Western Cape Peninsula, Eastern Cape, and the Greater Durban and Pietermaritzburg regions to embark on a thrilling journey of glass recycling. This competition, starting on February 1, 2024, promises not only to combat litter but also to shower participating schools with their share of over R 440 ..read more

The Glass Recycling Company (TGRC), under the leadership of CEO Shabeer Jhetam, is spearheading a transformative journey to elevate glass recycling in South Africa. This vision extends beyond a traditional strategy, aiming to inspire collaboration across households, hospitality businesses, municipalities, manufacturers and producers. By championing responsible practices and aligning with regulatory frameworks, TGRC is actively shaping a more sustainable future for glass recycling in South Africa. Further, by doing so, a window into a future in which every glass bottle can take part in a circul ..read more

Every year, thousands of tonnes of glass are collected by schools throughout South Africa for an annual competition which sees schools winning big prizes. South Africa (15 February 2024) – A fun way for the whole school (and the surrounding community) to learn about recycling is by signing up to take part in a national recycling competition that takes place each year. The competition has already started but schools can still sign up to take part. The Glass Recycling Company (TGRC) is excited to announce the kick-off of the 2024 Annual Schools Competition, encouraging schools in Gauteng, T ..read more

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a critical tool for promoting a sustainable future in South Africa, addressing environmental challenges such as pollution, waste management and mitigating resource depletion, says Shabeer Jhetam, CEO of The Glass Recycling Company (TGRC). As the CEO of TGRC, the glass Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) in the country, approved by the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, I firmly believe in the transformative power of EPR. However, we need to evaluate the impact and significance of EPR in South Africa, focusing on the recycling ..read more

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Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a critical tool for promoting a sustainable future in South Africa, addressing environmental challenges such as pollution, waste management, and mitigating resource depletion.  As the CEO of The Glass Recycling Company (TGRC), the glass Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) in the country, approved by the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, I firmly believe in the transformative power of EPR. However, we need to evaluate the impact and significance of EPR in South Afric ..read more

– TGRC Announces the 2024 Annual Schools Competition The Glass Recycling Company (TGRC) is excited to announce the kick-off of the 2024 Annual Schools Competition, encouraging schools in Gauteng, The Western Cape Peninsula, Eastern Cape, and the Greater Durban and Pietermaritzburg regions to embark on a thrilling journey of glass recycling. This competition, starting on February 1, 2024, promises not only to combat litter but also to shower participating schools with their share of over R 440 000 in monthly and annual prizes. In addition, there are monthly donations to be awarded to schoo ..read more