Nursery, primary and high schools registered with Mpact Recycling can win their share of R140 000 in prize money just for helping their school recycle.
The aim of the competition is to encourage learners to recycle paper.
In an effort to instil the culture of recycling, the Ronnie Recycler Programme allows schools to raise funds while educating school children on environmental awareness.
To compete, schools must complete the entry form available on the Mpact Recycling website and collect more paper than any other school in the area.
Schools must be registered with Mpact Recycling and must have collected and supplied Mpact Recycling with a minimum of 8 000kg of paper between the period June 2 to October 2.
Managing director of Mpact Recycling John Hunt says seven regions are taking part in this competition and each of the regions have a prize allocation of R20 000.
The winning school will receive R10 000, the runner-up R5 000 and third place R3 000.
In addition, the winning school’s green ambassador as well as the green student each receive R1 000 cash.
“The competition contributes towards the paper collected and impacts positively to the preservation of local landfills,” says John.
Schools are given a Ronnie Bank or Ronnie recycling bags for the easy collection and storage of their paper.
The community can also support schools, organisations and charities by placing their paper in the igloo-shaped green Ronnie Banks located in Springs and surrounding areas.
“We would like to encourage more schools to take part in the competition as it is a great way to teach our children about the importance of recycling and the direct benefits it has on our environment,” concludes John.
If schools want to become involved in the recycling programme or register, call the toll-free number on 0800 022 112 or visit www.mpactrecycling.co.za
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