The business process subcontractor company itel reported that the “No Plastic is Fantastic” campaign, launched since 2018, has achieved the elimination of 161,899 disposable water bottles, equivalent to more than 4 tons of waste that have been kept out of the environment. atmosphere.
According to the report, the “No Plastic is Fantastic” initiative was launched with the aim of reducing single-use plastics. Phase I involved the supply of reusable aluminum water bottles to its workforce combined with the installation of water coolers for its staff and customers at 15 international facilities.
The company notes that it will continue to discourage the use of single-use plastics, with the goal of eventually eliminating all sources, not just water bottles. “Our goal is to cause a ripple effect, where employees continue their plastic-free habits at home and in their communities,” explained Yoni Epstein, itel founding president and CEO.
“Since our headquarters are in the Caribbean, we see firsthand the environmental damage caused along our coastlines and mangroves. Since we launched the initiative, we have noticed a large decrease in the amount of waste and plastic debris accumulating around our facilities, which are often located near beaches and rivers.”
The success of the “No Plastic is Fantastic” campaign led itel to expand its philanthropic efforts with the launch of the 4Ys Foundation in 2019, a foundation that invites corporate partners to participate in various programs or make donations, while encouraging employees to volunteer in activities in favor of the environment.
“To date, the company has not only removed 4 tons of plastic bottles that could have ended up in local rivers and waterways, but through employee volunteer hours, it has cleaned up more than 2,000 yards of waterfront. sea by removing plastic debris and other debris from local beaches. and public spaces,” the report says.
His 4Ys Foundation has donated more than US$1 million to educational, innovation, environmental and sports initiatives, as well as other programs and charities. In addition, employees have dedicated more than 1,500 hours of volunteer work that have impacted more than 10 schools and children’s homes, impacting the lives of 1,600 young people.
The next phase of itel seeks to involve the network of partners and customers to expand the impact of the Foundation, with the goal of collecting donations by the end of 2023.
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