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Our Initiatives/Recycling

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Recycling: From Pitch to Purpose

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Our vision for the Recycling pillar extends beyond simply placing bins. We aim to implement comprehensive, effective recycling programs across all rugby facilities and events. This means: Diverse Waste Solutions: Targeting the full spectrum of plastics found at games and training, from soft drink bottles and food packaging to single-use cutlery and snack wrappers. Accessible Collection Points: Ensuring clearly marked and easily accessible recycling stations are available for both players and fans. Fan Engagement: Educating attendees on what can and cannot be recycled, fostering a culture of responsible waste disposal. Crucially, "Play Green" is actively seeking to partner with leading recycling companies. Our hope is to forge collaborations that can provide innovative and sustainable solutions for collecting, sorting, and processing the waste generated by the rugby community, transforming it from a problem into a valuable resource. We envision a future where plastic waste from a match isn't just thrown away, but given a new life

Beyond Recycling: Embracing the Circular Economy within Sports

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True sustainability goes beyond recycling it’s about rethinking how we use and reuse. At Play Green, we’re championing the circular economy in rugby: reducing waste, extending gear life, and regenerating resources. A powerful example is the boot-sharing story of Kevin Wekesa, who trained for Paris 2024 in boots donated by former England international Tom Vandell showing how simple acts can spark real change. Rugby boots, kits, and balls often have short lifespans. Our program encourages players at all levels to donate gently used gear, which we clean, repair, and pass on to age-grade players and communities in need. By sharing, we reduce waste, build community, and ensure more players experience the joy of the game all while protecting the planet.