Glass recycling drives offer schools opportunities for both cash and impact

THE Glass Recycling Company (TGRC) is calling on schools across Gauteng, the Western Cape, Eastern Cape, and the Greater Durban and Pietermaritzburg regions to take part in its exciting 2026 Annual Schools Competition, an initiative designed to inspire environmental responsibility while rewarding school communities for their efforts.

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The competition challenges schools to collect as many glass bottles and jars as possible, encouraging learners, parents and teachers to work together to reduce litter, keep glass out of landfills and build long-term recycling habits.

Schools stand a chance to win cash prizes of up to R74300, of annual prizes awarded to top-performing schools in each province.

Participation is simple. Schools can enter at any time during the year and will remain eligible for monthly prizes once registered.

Each participating school will receive a dedicated glass bank for the duration of the competition, making it easy for learners and parents to drop off their glass bottles and jars.