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EAD recovers over 2,000 tonnes of bottles since launch of Bottle Return Scheme
The 23 million recyclables collected in 2024 alone, included more than 544,000kg of
plastic and 18,000kg of aluminium. The cumulative impact of this initiative has
prevented more than 3.5 million kg of CO₂ emissions, aligning with Abu Dhabi’s
ambitious goal of a 22 per cent carbon emissions reduction by 2027. In a single-day
milestone, one Sparklomat processed more than 8,500 items, setting a record for
individual unit performance.
Sheikha Mohamed Al Mazrouei, Executive Director of the Integrated Environmental
Planning and Policy Sector at EAD, said, “We seek to integrate sustainability practices
into daily life in the emirate. The EAD-led Bottle Return Scheme, held in
collaboration with private sector organisations, including Sparklo, embodies the
importance of partnerships, technology, and community engagement in creating a
sustainable environmental impact.
"This initiative, with its objectives represents a strategic investment that consolidates
the concept of environmental responsibility. By supporting the principles of the
circular economy, we seek to strengthen Abu Dhabi’s leading position in the global
transformation towards building a sustainable future.”
Maxim Kaplevich, Founder and CEO of Sparklo, said: “The partnership with EAD
exemplifies the success of government-private sector collaboration. With EAD’s
unwavering support, we have expanded the RVM network, contributing directly to
Abu Dhabi’s sustainability agenda. The results speak for themselves – when recycling
is made simple and engaging, communities embrace the change, reinforcing the role
of practical solutions in environmental progress.”
As EAD and Sparklo continue to scale the initiative, efforts will focus on expanding
the RVM network and deepening community engagement, further solidifying Abu
Dhabi’s leadership in sustainable innovation.
Earlier it was reported that the Kazakh Majilis had ratified the agreement between
Kazakhstan and the UAE on construction of wind farms in Zhambyl region.
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