Israel: New proposal for improving collection of disposable bottles and cans

ANI June 11, 2025 266 views

Israel's Environmental Protection Ministry is pushing for a legal amendment to simplify recycling for consumers. The plan includes setting up municipal collection centers and community-driven recycling programs. The initiative aims to reduce litter, improve recycling efficiency, and strengthen the circular economy. Stricter enforcement measures will also curb fraud in the deposit return system.

"Improve consumer service, reduce waste hazards, and strengthen the circular economy in Israel." – Ministry of Environmental Protection
Tel Aviv, June 10: Israel's Ministry of Environmental Protection is proposing a legal amendment to make it easier for people to recycle disposable bottles and cans on which consumers must pay a deposit.

Key Points

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New municipal centers to collect disposable bottles and cans

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Community recycling programs in schools and youth groups

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Aims to cut public litter and boost recycling economy

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Stricter enforcement to prevent fraud

The plan includes the establishment of municipal collection centers to absorb a large number of containers and community collection mechanisms from organizations such as educational institutions and youth movements.

The Ministry said the proposal is intended to "improve consumer service, reduce the hazards of waste and dirt in public spaces, and strengthen the circular economy in Israel."

The proposal focuses on four main goals: Encouraging the public to return deposits and improve service. Improving the cleanliness of public spaces.

Strengthening the recycling market. Improving supervision and enforcement and reducing fraud. (ANI/TPS)

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
This is a great initiative by Israel! 🇮🇳 We should implement something similar in India to tackle our plastic waste problem. Our cities are drowning in plastic bottles - just look at any railway track or roadside. Maybe our Swachh Bharat mission can take inspiration from this.
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Priya M.
Interesting approach, but will it work in India? We already have waste pickers who collect bottles for recycling. Instead of creating new systems, maybe we should formalize and support our existing informal sector better. They're the real recycling heroes!
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Arjun S.
Good to see countries taking environmental issues seriously. In India, we need better implementation of existing rules first. Many states banned single-use plastic but you can still find it everywhere. Enforcement is the key 🔑
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Sunita R.
The deposit system works well in many countries. In India, we could start with educational institutions as mentioned here - teach children the importance of recycling early. Small steps lead to big changes! ♻️
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Vikram J.
While the intention is good, I wonder about the cost. In India, adding deposits might make bottled drinks more expensive for common people. The solution needs to balance environmental concerns with affordability.
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Neha P.
Israel's focus on circular economy is impressive. In India, we need more awareness about recycling benefits. Many people still don't separate waste properly. Maybe celebrity endorsements could help spread the message?

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