Turn your festive season waste into extra cash
Whole or broken glass: You can sell unbroken glass containers, or break the glass into a cullet.
The festive season is here, and with it comes an opportunity to turn empty glass bottles and jars into extra cash.
The Glass Recycling Company (TGRC) urges communities to take advantage of the increased glass waste generated during celebrations to earn extra money.
According to Shabeer Jhetam, the company’s CEO, through TGRC’s initiatives, individuals can collect glass from local taverns, shebeens, restaurants, and community centres, and sell it to buy-back centres.
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The company provides gloves, goggles, and guidance on safely collecting, preparing, and storing glass for recycling.
“We want to encourage people to take advantage of this opportunity to earn extra cash while also doing their part for the environment,” said Jhetam.
To get started, individuals can visit the Money4Glass website www.money4glass.co.za to locate their nearest buy-back centre and learn more about the recycling process. TGRC is also available to provide more information and support.
How to collect and sell glass:
1. Find sources: Speak to taverns, shebeens, restaurants, and neighbours to collect their empty bottles.
2. Whole or broken glass: You can sell unbroken glass containers, or break the glass into a cullet (crushed glass ready to be recycled).
3. Preparing a cullet:
• Crush glass into particles larger than 40mm
• Use bags or drums provided
• Do not sort by colour – pack all glass together
• Store bags or drums in an easily accessible area for truck collection
4. Maximise your efforts: Fill bags or drums before handing them in to earn more.
Safety first:
1. Wear gloves: Protect your hands when handling and breaking glass.
2. Use safety goggles: Shield your eyes from shards when breaking glass.
3. Wear sturdy shoes: Thick-soled shoes to protect your feet from sharp pieces.
Where to sell your glass?
1. Take packed bags or drums to your nearest buy-back centre.
2. Use Money4Glass to locate the closest centre and learn more about the recycling process.
