Plastic recycling

Plastics recycling as a key strategy for climate protection: Innovative solutions for dealing with waste in Togo.

PROJECT TOGO is setting new standards in the fight against plastic waste. Our goal is to raise awareness of waste prevention and promote recycling as a sustainable practice. We work with local communities to minimize environmental impact and recover recyclable materials.

Plastic pollution in the world's oceans is a global crisis. An estimated 4.8 to 12.7 million tons of plastic enter the oceans every year - a truckload every minute. The main reason? An abundance of plastic waste without adequate disposal and recycling structures, especially in emerging and developing countries. PROJECT TOGO is taking on this challenge: Through education and the establishment of effective collection and recycling processes, we want to make a significant contribution to environmental protection. After all, proper waste management is a decisive step towards a healthier planet.

Waste management in Togo: paths to sustainable development
Togo, in the midst of its development phase, is confronted with growing volumes of waste. An innovative waste collection system in Kpalimé is making progress: small cargo bikes collect waste from restaurants, hotels and households for centralized disposal. This fee-based system is proving popular in larger cities. However, there is a lack of awareness about how to deal with waste, especially plastic, which often ends up in nature. Our goal is to promote waste prevention by sensitizing the population and thus contribute to the protection of the environment.