Approximately 980,000 individuals reside in Germany
In an effort to enhance the working conditions and safety of deposit collectors, fritz-kola has announced the launch of the "Deposit belongs on the side" initiative. This new campaign aims to prevent deposit collectors' work from becoming less hygienic and dangerous, and to ensure that deposits are recycled instead of ending up in trash.
According to Pascal Fromme of fritz-kola, the initiative reports that there are around 5,000 people actively collecting deposits (Pfand) in Germany. These individuals earn an average of approximately 450 euros per month from this work.
The initiative does not provide specific details on how it plans to reduce the risk of injury for deposit collectors, but it encourages individuals to show solidarity towards deposit collectors by placing their empty bottles next to the trash can rather than mixing them with general waste. This simple action can make the work for deposit collectors more hygienic, reduce the risk of injury, and help ensure that deposits are recycled.
Moreover, the initiative has revealed that more than a third of surveyed deposit collectors have injured themselves in the past while collecting bottles. By placing empty bottles next to the trash can, individuals can help make the work of deposit collectors safer and more manageable.
While the initiative does not specify how it plans to use the data collected about deposit collectors, it is clear that fritz-kola is committed to contributing to finding solutions to improve the situation of deposit collectors in Germany. By raising awareness and encouraging individuals to take small actions, the "Deposit belongs on the side" initiative aims to make a positive impact on the lives of deposit collectors across the country.
The "Deposit belongs on the side" initiative, launched by fritz-kola, not only aims to improve the working conditions and safety of deposit collectors but also encourages a sustainable lifestyle. By placing empty bottles next to the trash can, individuals can contribute to home-and-garden practices that promote sustainable living by making the work of deposit collectors safer and more manageable.
