Fastjet Zimbabwe has partnered with Ele-Collection to recover plastic waste from its Victoria Falls flights for recycling.
Under the agreement, plastic waste from all flights into Victoria Falls will be collected and delivered to Ele-Collection, which processes it into eco-aggregates (a sustainable concrete substitute that replaces quarried stone).
Fastjet Zimbabwe’s Business CEO and Country Head, Donahue Cortes, said: “In our pursuit of a sustainable and lasting solution to responsibly dispose of or recycle the plastic waste from our Victoria Falls flights, we are proud to partner with Ele-Collection who are making significant strides towards a scalable and lasting solution to the plastic pollution problem. This commitment reflects our belief that businesses can indeed be a powerful force for good.”
Ele-Collection’s CEO, Simon Teede, said the partnership will help address pollution that affects the Victoria Falls environment, wildlife and surrounding communities. “With Fastjet’s support, we are a step closer to a cleaner, more resilient Victoria Falls. This partnership is not just about managing waste and protecting the environment, it is about transforming plastic pollution into a construction material, and providing opportunities and improved living environments for the communities we operate in.”
As part of the initiative, Fastjet will broadcast in-flight announcements on all Victoria Falls routes, raising awareness of the “plastidemic” and encouraging passenger involvement.
