4 easy glass recycling tips for Joburg North suburbs
Start the new year off with a few good habits. From backyard braais in Bryanston to sundowners in Sandton, we’re all raising a glass. But don't let those bottles end up in the bin.
This year, The Glass Recycling Company (TGRC) is making it easy for Joburg North residents to keep the ‘sparkle’ in summer without the waste.
1. The glass bank run
Whether you’re shopping at Hobart Grove, Nicolway, or Montecasino, there’s likely a glass bank on your route.
- The Routine: Rinse your bottles, bag them, and pop them in the boot. Drop them off on your next grocery run. Remember: Glass is 100% infinitely recyclable.
2. Gifts in glass
Skip the plastic wrap. Use glass jars for personalised gifts like gourmet biscuits, ‘braai salts,’ or layered hot chocolate mixes. It’s a chic, Jozi-style DIY gift that looks premium and stays sustainable.
3. Elevate your festive table
Glass adds instant elegance to any table setting.
- Decanters: Use clear bottles for infused water or signature cocktails.
- Lighting: Place fairy lights in empty wine or spirit bottles for a safe, flame-free glow on your patio.
- Dessert Jars: Serve individual trifles or malva puddings in small jars for a ’boutique’ touch.
Read more: Let’s not become a statistic this festive season
4. Leftovers? Jar it!
Before you reach for the plastic wrap after your big family lunch, use your empty jars. They are perfect for storing sauces, gravies, or extra helpings of salad. Once the food is gone, the jar can be reused again or headed straight to the recycling bank.
A single drop-off at your local glass bank moves kilos of glass back into the circular economy, keeping our Gauteng streets cleaner and greener.
Where to drop your glass in Joburg North
Bryanston: Glass Recycling on Sloane Street is super convenient (Open daily 7am–7pm).
Randburg/Ferndale: Ferndale on Republic Recycling is perfect for a quick stop during your grocery run (Open daily until 4pm).
Albertville/Randburg: ECOmonkey Recycling on Aldred Street is a highly-rated local favourite for sustainable disposal.
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