More Machines for Returning Drink Containers

Singapore will get 300 more machines for returning drink containers.

A company called BCRS Ltd said 1,200 machines are already in use.

The company wants to double the number of return points in a year. Most households are near a machine.

Since April, 5.5 million empty containers have been collected.

A minister said this number will grow as more products have the BCRS label.

The goal is to recycle 60% of containers in the first year and 80% by 2029.

The current recycling rate is not known.

The company sees progress with more containers returned each week.

Most collected materials are plastic.

People can return containers for a refund of S$0.10.

Only containers with the BCRS mark can be returned after September 30.

BCRS Ltd collects and recycles containers for producers.

The company has made improvements to the scheme.

Changes include a new interface and louder audio cues.

The company is applying lessons to improve the return experience.

It is working with producers and retailers to prepare them for the scheme.

The company has conducted workshops for seniors.

Most seniors found the return process easy.

More workshops will be held in the coming months.

The company has held roadshows to demonstrate the machines.

Staff will assist shoppers and answer questions.

People can check the website for updated schedules.

The company will conduct educational sessions at schools.

The company encourages people to return empty containers.

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