Fantastic News for Chandigarh Residents! Bisleri is establishing a Plastic Waste Material Recovery Facility at the Panjab University Campus. (original) (raw)
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September 16, 2024
Fantastic News for Chandigarh Residents! Bisleri is establishing a Plastic Waste Material Recovery Facility at the Panjab University Campus.
Bisleri, a packaged drinking water seller, is setting up a Plastic Waste Material Recovery Facility at the Panjab University Campus in Chandigarh.
Photo: Mr. Angelo George of Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd. and Prof. (Dr.) Yajvender Pal Verma, Registrar of Panjab University, exchanged documents to establish Bisleri’s on-campus Plastic Waste Material Recovery Facility. Bisleri will provide a dedicated vehicle to collect plastic waste regularly from Panjab University and Chandigarh City and transport it to its Plastic Waste Facility at PU for subsequent recycling.
Chandigarh, India, September 16, 2024 — Packaged drinking water seller Bisleri has launched its campus activities at Panjab University, Chandigarh. These activities will operate under Bisleri’s Corporate Social Responsibility initiative, ‘Bottles for Change.’
The occasion, marking the culmination of a collaborative initiative that commenced in September 2023, encompassed the formalization of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish Bisleri’s Plastic Waste Material Recovery Facility on the PU campus, representing a significant stride toward sustainability. Over 300 zealous students participated, convening to bolster sustainable practices and recycling endeavors within the campus environment.
Prof. (Dr.) Renu Vig, Vice-Chancellor of Panjab University, Prof. (Dr.) Yajvender Pal Verma, Registrar of Panjab University, and Mr. Angelo George of Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd. attended the event.
Mr. Angelo George, representing Bisleri International, expressed, “Our partnership with Panjab University highlights the potential of young intellectuals in advancing sustainable progress. Through the ‘Bottles for Change’ initiative, we aim to foster a movement that promotes conscientious plastic usage and disposal. The enthusiastic involvement and dedication displayed by students and faculty is immensely heartening, and we are eager to continue on this path towards a more environmentally friendly future.”
Key highlights of the event included:
- The MoU signing for establishing Bisleri’s on-campus Plastic Waste Material Recovery Facility at the PU campus.
- Bisleri will install used plastic collection banks at strategic places on the university campus to encourage responsible disposal and recycling.
- Bisleri will arrange for a dedicated vehicle to collect plastic waste regularly from Panjab University and Chandigarh City and transport it to its Plastic Waste Material Recovery Facility at Panjab University.
Bisleri also formally established an agreement with Esperanza, Chandigarh’s designated recycling partner. This collaboration will streamline the processing and recycling of used plastic stored at the PU Plastic Waste Material Recovery Facility and various used plastic collection banks on the PU campus.
The occasion also signified the introduction of a specialized vehicle for the regular collection of plastic waste from both the Panjab University and Chandigarh City. The vehicle, provided by Bisleri, will deposit the collected waste in the PU On-Campus Plastic Waste Material Recovery Facility for subsequent transportation and recycling.
Professor (Dr.) Renu Vig, Vice Chancellor of Panjab University, emphasized the initiative’s significance and remarked, “Instilling sustainable values in our students is crucial, as they are the future leaders who will shape our world. Panjab University is committed to playing a pivotal role in this environmental movement, ensuring that our campus serves as a model of sustainability.”
- So, it is fantastic news for the Residents of Chandigarh!
- Instead of throwing plastic waste in their garbage bins, Chandigarh Residents can contribute to environmental conservation and community engagement by donating it to Bisleri’s Used Plastic Collection Facility at the Panjab University Campus!
Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd boasts a rich legacy spanning over 54 years and is one of India’s foremost premium beverage enterprises. Renowned for producing Bisleri, the nation’s leading packaged drinking water, the company adheres to a rigorous process encompassing 114 quality assessments and a 10-stage purification system. This unwavering commitment ensures the delivery of pure, safe, and healthy water to consumers.
Bisleri International maintains a substantial market presence with 128 operational plants and a well-established distribution network encompassing over 6,000 Distributors and 7,500 Distribution Trucks throughout India.
The company’s core values focus on achieving growth and sustainability while being responsible in all aspects of the business. Bisleri International has launched Sustainability 2.0 with Bisleri Greener Promise, which aims to create a greener future through recycling, water conservation, and sustainability initiatives.
Source: Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd.
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