REACT - Accessible and Ethical Recycling Powered by Clean Energy
Active
EEP Africa CfP 2024
Mobility
Scale-up project
ZA
Other
Project Duration
Start: 14-Mar-25End: 14-Sep-26
Energy Source
Other
Total Project Budget
1,215,870
Technology
Mobility
EEP Africa Financing
496,072
Location
ZA
Type
Scale-up project
Project Developer
Regenize is a Cape Town-based company, dedicated to making waste recycling services more accessible and inclusive, particularly for those in low-income communities.
Project Description
Regenize is making recycling accessible in low-income communities through decentralized hubs and integration of informal waste reclaimers. The REACT project will establish 28 new recycling hubs, collect recycable waste using electric trucks from 28,500 households, and provide reclaimers with training, fair income, and equipment.
Outcome and Impact
The project aims to establish 28 recycling hubs and anticipates registering 28,500 households for recycling collection services. Additionally, the company will create 162 new jobs with a focus on hiring women and youth.
