Over three tonnes of batteries were collected in an initiative promoting responsible battery recycling among students while also raising funds for Hospice Malta.
The ‘Batteries for Hospice’ schools competition, organised by GreenPak, ran from March 21 to June 23 and saw 100 primary and secondary state, private and church schools take part.
Under the competition’s criteria, schools were evaluated based on the total weight of batteries collected per student. GreenPak provided battery bins to schools and covered the costs of collecting the batteries.
Steve Ellul, CEO of Project Green, said: “We are thrilled with the overwhelming response and dedication showed by the schools towards a better environment. The collective effort of the students, teachers and administrators has made a significant difference in safeguarding our environment and supporting Hospice Malta.
“We commend the winning school, St Nicholas College, Baħrija primary school, for their outstanding performance. We want to consult with both the management of the school and the kids themselves to give them an opportunity to decide on the type of greening project they would like to see in their school.”
The award presented by Project Green to the school actually consisted of a greening project for the winning school.
The presentation ceremony took place at the upcoming state-of-the-art St Michael Hospice located in Santa Venera. Representatives from Project Green, Hospice Malta, GreenPak Coop Society Ltd and the Baħrija primary school attended the occasion.
Alexia Demicoli, chief relations officer of Hospice Malta, thanked GreenPak and Project Green for their continued support.
“The funds raised from the ‘Batteries for Hospice’ campaign will greatly contribute to the vital services Hospice Malta provides to patients and their families. We applaud the schools and students for their dedication to environmental responsibility and their contribution to our noble cause,” she said.
“This initiative not only educated our students about responsible battery disposal but also instilled in them a sense of responsibility towards the environment and the community”
Denise Brincat, senior manager at GreenPak Coop Society Ltd, emphasised the significance of responsible battery disposal.
“GreenPak is committed to promoting sustainable practices and raising awareness about proper battery recycling. The success of the ‘Batteries for Hospice’ Schools competition demonstrates the collective power of small actions. We are proud to have run this campaign once again and are confident that it will inspire others to adopt eco-friendly habits.”
And Simone Attard, head of school at St Nicholas College, Baħrija primary school, expressed her pride in the students and staff.
“We are honoured to be recognised as the winning school in the ‘Batteries for Hospice’ schools competition. This achievement is a testament to the dedication and environmental consciousness of our students. We are grateful to GreenPak and Project Green for organising this initiative, which not only educated our students about responsible battery disposal but also instilled in them a sense of responsibility towards the environment and the community.”
In addition to the award presentation, GreenPak will make a second donation to Hospice Malta, further strengthening and supporting the invaluable services they provide to patients and their families.
For more information about the ‘Batteries for Hospice’ campaign, visit greenpak.com.mt.
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