Oeste + Recicla

About this project

<p>The issue is to increase the application of the principles of circular economy in specific sectors, in production and consumption, through the implementation of a Deposit and Return System for plastic bottles in all Municipalities in the Oeste Region. The aim of the project consists in awarding a prize to the final consumer in order to promote the return of non-reusable plastic beverage packaging. The bottles will be sent for recycling and for the production high quality recycled material, compatible wiht necessary requisites for incorporation into production of new beverage bottles. The project Oeste + Recicla intends to contribute for general goals of the EEA Grants through the promotion of the circular economy and at the same time supporting the development of inovative and creative projects.</p>

Bilateral cooperation results

The promoter and EMPOWER AS, shared knowledges about the development of the deposit refund system for non-reusable beverage bottles given the experience of latter in this area. The partner (EMPOWER AS) have attended several meetings in order to help and share experiences in the implementation of the project.

Project partners

• Empower AS Donor project partner· Norway