Give back life to PET plastic waste at home

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One of the most common types of plastic found in homes is PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate). PET plastic waste is a valuable commodity when responsibly disposed of and managed as it is 100% recyclable. Due to this characteristic, PET waste is valuable for what it can be transformed into.

Polyester yarn for clothing and monofilaments used in brushes and brooms are value-added products created from recycled PET plastic waste here in Sri Lanka by Eco Spindles, the country’s largest plastic recycler that also exports such products to several countries worldwide.

By segregating and disposing of PET plastic waste responsibly, it allows recyclers to give it new life. There are hundreds of collection bins and over 400+ PET collectors in Sri Lanka. These collectors are based across the island and in all neighbourhoods. Ensuring waste is appropriately discarded supports the livelihoods of these collectors.

People’s responsibility is to recover and recycle the PET plastic they consume. This keeps Sri Lanka’s environment clean, supports livelihoods, and contributes to export earnings and a circular economy. Do your part to segregate and dispose of plastic waste appropriately and give it a new life.