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Footprints is a non-profit, community-orientated centre in Wynberg Cape Town, focusing on the conservation and sustainable use of resources and the prevention of pollution and waste of these resources. Footprints is a “live-action” “hands-on” centre working towards providing accessible tangible knowledge and opportunities for individuals and communities to take responsible doable action to reduce their ecological footprints. Footprints provides the motivation, tools and opportunities for individuals to take action in a manner that is both beneficial to people and planet.
Footprints Drop Off Centre for Recyclables accepts a large range of materials for recycling e.g. paper, plastic, cans, glass, eWaste, dirty motor oil, cooking oil, etc. Please email for a list of materials that Footprints can accept. “One Persons Trash is another Persons Treasure” Footprints, sees (certain) “trash” as a “treasure”, a resource that we can use to generate an income, thereby create opportunities for employment and empowerment as well as sustain the centre.

Footprints is a hands on, outcomes based and live action working centre that highlights and showcases issues around sustainable living. Footprints offers a convenient drop off service to the public, in a friendly, helpful and welcoming environment. Our mission is to encourage public support, participation and action. Our believe is an informed citizen may with knowledge and understanding, be motivated to act in waste reduction and sustainable living practices.

For further information Email: Michelle Shalto-Douglas gsdouglas@worldonline.co.za

Tags: Employment, eWaste, Recycling, Sustainability

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