Geelong Recycling Generation

Geelong Recycle Generation will use discarded plastic bottle tops to make functional utensils, tools and outdoor furniture that will be provided to local schools, aged care facilities, and to people with disabilities. The project will begin in Geelong but eventually spread to all the Barwon Region. Collection bins for bottle tops will be provided to local schools, clubs and council facilities to gather the tops. The bottletops will be collected, processed and made into usable material to make a range of products including easy grip openers, planter boxes, disability aids, mobile phone holders, and jewellery.

The project will provide a practical way for the local community to become involved in recycling. The product of the recycling will be useful for local schools, aged care facilities, community groups and people with disabilities. As the activity progresses, the range of products will grow. The local community will be encouraged to be involved in the whole process of recycling the bottle tops with a view to providing skills training, increasing social participation and appreciation of the value of recycling. A key component of the project will be information sessions and practical demonstrations at schools and other venues.