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Colonsay Community Recycling Program

Lucy Dunbar  •  2025-05-06  •  No comments

Proposal code: CONSUL-2025-05-43

The Colonsay Community Recycling Program aims to enhance waste management practices by increasing recycling rates, reducing landfill waste, and promoting environmental sustainability.

Estimated Price

20500

What Will It Do?

  • Recycling Facilities: Establish and maintain accessible recycling points across the island for various materials, including paper, cardboard, plastics, glass, and metals
  • Educational Campaigns: Conduct educational campaigns to raise awareness about the importance of recycling and proper waste segregation 
  • Community Workshops: Offer workshops on composting, upcycling, and reducing household waste 
  • Partnerships: Collaborate with local businesses, schools, and organizations to promote recycling initiatives and sustainable practices 
  • Incentive Programs: Implement incentive programs to encourage residents to participate in recycling efforts 

Why Is It Needed?

  • Waste Reduction: Minimize the amount of waste sent to landfills, reducing environmental impact
  • Resource Conservation: Conserve natural resources by recycling materials that can be reused
  • Community Engagement: Foster a sense of community responsibility and participation in environmental sustainability 
  • Economic Benefits: Reduce waste management costs and create opportunities for local businesses involved in recycling

Benefits:

  • Environmental: Decrease pollution, conserve resources, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions 
  • Economic: Lower waste disposal costs and support local recycling businesses 
  • Social: Strengthen community bonds through shared environmental goals and activities 
  • Educational: Increase awareness and knowledge about sustainable waste management practices 

Timeline:

  • Phase 1 (0-3 months): Planning and securing funding, identifying recycling points, and launching educational campaigns 
  • Phase 2 (3-6 months): Setting up recycling facilities, initiating community workshops, and establishing partnerships 
  • Phase 3 (6-12 months): Expanding recycling programs, implementing incentive schemes, and evaluating the program's impact