Can Collection Day

As we step into 2025, EEG invites everyone in the UAE to continue pushing the boundaries of sustainability, working together to achieve even greater milestones. It is time to transform the extensive discussions, sharing of knowledge and best practices that took place in 2024 into impactful actions that make a tangible difference in our communities and economies as well as protects the environment.

We achieved in 2024 remarkable success, particularly in the “Can Collection Campaign” where we exceeded our goal of collecting 31,800 kg of aluminium cans by gathering over 31,851 kg. We aim to raise the bar even higher in 2025, setting our sights on collecting 35,000 kg and more. It is with great pleasure that I invite you and your organisation to participate in the 29th Cycle of the Can Collection Campaign.

Since its inception in 1997, EEG has collected over 438,843 kg of aluminium cans, preventing 6,587 MT of CO2 emissions, saving 99,874 Million BTU of energy, and reducing landfill waste by 10,653 m³. These remarkable achievements demonstrate the power of collective action and the significant contribution the UAE community has made toward sustainability.

We firmly believe that with continued collaboration and environmental commitment, we can drive further positive change and build a safer, greener world for ourselves and the future generations. We are excited to welcome your organisation to the Can Collection Day on Saturday, 22nd February 2025. Begin collecting aluminium cans now and bring them to your designated collection point on the event day.

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Can Collection Drive

As we steadily approach the end of the of the year, the time to act for sustainable development and contributing to change is diminishing. This year 2024, as the extension of the “Year of Sustainability”, we have just a few months to effectively make a difference. Thus, in a dedicated effort to make change and we are once again calling on members of the community and champions of sustainability to participate in the Annual Can Collection Drive.

EEG’s 1st recycling action programme and one of the most successful campaigns is the “Can Collection Campaign” has been running since 1997. The campaign strives to foster a culture of effective waste management and recycling. It also works continuously to raise awareness about the importance of recycling and conservation of resources.

With utmost pleasure we invite you to join EEG’s Annual Can Collection Drive 2024. This year marks the 28th Cycle of the campaign. The goal we have set for the campaign this year is 31,800 kg. Until August, we were able to collect a total of 13,500 kg Aluminium cans. We have successfully achieved the collection of 43.4% of our goal and aspire to meet the remaining target through the Can Collection Drive.

Thus, with high anticipation of receiving your contribution to the Year of Sustainability and the overall global sustainability goals, I am hereby inviting your organisation to participate in the Can Collection Drive to be held on 9th November 2024

The Can Collection Campaign profoundly contributes to multiple UNSDGs, encompassing Goal #11: Sustainable Cities and Communities, Goal #12: Responsible Consumption and Production, Goal #13: Climate Action, Goal #14: Life below Water, Goal #15: Life on Land, and Goal #17: Partnerships for the Goals.

Reflecting on the success of the campaign, Mrs. Habiba underlined the significance of SDG #17 — Collaboration. The collective endeavours, spanning various sectors of society, were pivotal in this success.

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