Waste Recyclers Fiji Limited has been named a finalist for the esteemed 2024 Australian Packaging Covenant Organisation (APCO) Awards, scheduled for November 2024 in Sydney.
The company is nominated for the Improved Recycling System Award, highlighting its long-standing dedication to sustainability and recycling initiatives. WRFL stands out among prominent industry players such as AB Food & Beverages Australia Pty Limited, Circular Plastics Australia (a collaboration between Pact Group and Cleanaway Waste Management), Asahi Beverages, Coca-Cola Europacific Partners, and Henkel Australia Pty Ltd.
Being the unique Fijian company nominated and recognized as a finalist marks a significant milestone, showcasing WRFL’s substantial contributions to sustainability over the last thirty years.
Amitesh Deo, founder of the Pacific Recycling Foundation and director of WRFL, shared the company’s enthusiasm. “It is an incredible honor for us to be recognized alongside some of the largest and most innovative companies in Australia. This nomination is not just a win for WRFL but for all of Fiji. We are proud to represent our nation on such a prestigious platform, showcasing the hard work and dedication we have invested in sustainability over the years,” Deo stated.
Deo also urged fellow Fijians to support the company as it symbolizes the nation’s commitment to sustainability on a global stage. He added, “This is a testament to the progress we have made in recycling and waste management. It is proof that small island nations can make a big impact in the world of sustainability.”
For more than three decades, Waste Recyclers Fiji Limited has led the recycling sector, championing sustainable waste management practices. The organization has moved beyond mere advocacy to implement practical recycling solutions that yield significant environmental, economic, and social advantages.
The 2024 APCO Annual Awards promises to be a grand event, gathering innovators and leaders from the packaging, waste, and recycling sectors to applaud those pioneering sustainable packaging initiatives.