During the Recycling Week, Quilmes reaffirmed its environmental commitment with the inauguration of a modern municipal plant for waste separation and classification at the Eco Park La Ribera. The initiative aims to strengthen the Integrated Urban Solid Waste Management System (GIRSU) and promote a more sustainable city.
Mayor Mayra Mendoza visited the facilities and provided complete gear to nearly a thousand workers in the area. During the event, she took the opportunity to highlight that this is also about labor dignity and added that environmental care begins with those who perform this task daily.
This new infrastructure will optimize waste treatment, reduce the garbage sent to final disposal, and boost the local circular economy. This is a key advancement for a more efficient and ecological management of urban waste.
According to the Environment Secretary, Roberto Gaudio, the plant already processes up to 8 tons of recyclable material daily. Additionally, the community is encouraged to continue separating at the source and take recyclable waste to the Ecopoints distributed throughout the city.
Waste Classification with Inclusion and Gender Perspective
The plant not only represents a commitment to the environment but also to social inclusion. Councilwoman Eva Mieri emphasized that 80% of the team is made up of women, who have all the necessary elements to carry out their work safely and with dignity.
According to the councilwoman, this project was born with a gender and environmental perspective, as, according to the official, it is a management model that considers the future and equity.
The activity took place within the framework of the World Recycling Day, a date promoted by UNESCO to encourage awareness of proper waste management and the positive impact of recycling on the planet.
The event was attended by local authorities such as Darío Ortizá, Braian Lucero, and Gastón Franzo, who highlighted that this plant is the starting point to continue building a cleaner, fairer city, committed to the environment.
The Benefits of Green Recycling Plants
Green recycling plants are essential to reduce the environmental impact of urban waste. By separating and treating reusable materials, the amount of garbage ending up in landfills is significantly reduced, helping to prevent soil, water, and air pollution.
Furthermore, these plants allow the recovery of valuable resources such as plastics, metals, cardboard, and glass, which can reenter the production cycle without the need to extract new raw materials. This reduces energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
Another key benefit is the generation of green employment. These facilities often require local labor, and when they incorporate a gender and social inclusion perspective, they also become engines of community development and dignified work.
Lastly, they promote environmental education by highlighting the value of recycling. By integrating with municipal programs and selective collection points, they encourage a cultural shift towards more sustainable and responsible habits for the environment.
