By The Star Staff
The non-profit environmental organization LimPiaR, in collaboration with the Municipality of Loíza and IFCO Recycling, invites all citizens to participate in its second Recycling “Pop-up,” an initiative funded by Ford Environmental Grants.
The monthly events are dedicated to addressing Puerto Rico’s recycling challenges, raising environmental awareness, and encouraging community participation in sustainable practices.
The next Pop-up will take place on Saturday, Dec. 14 at Miguel Fuentes Pinet Stadium in Loíza from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., and is open to residents of Loíza, surrounding towns and the general public. Unlike traditional events in recycling, the regular events create an interactive and educational experience -- offering educational resources, recycling incentives for Loíza citizens, and an opportunity to connect with others passionate about sustainability.
“With only 20% of Puerto Ricans having access to curbside recycling and only 7% of recyclable materials being recycled, events like these are critical,” said Auraluz Guzmán, director of education and community partnerships at LimPiaR. “Community education and participation are essential to changing behaviors and ensuring a sustainable future for Puerto Rico.”
The organizing team encourages attendees to start saving recyclable items at home now to bring to the event. Accepted materials include #1, #2, #5 plastics (e.g. water bottles, detergent containers, yogurt containers), as well as aluminium and tin (e.g. beverage cans, food cans). Corrugated cardboard (e.g. plain brown boxes, without designs or gloss) will also be accepted.
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