By The Philippine Business and News
Reinforcing its commitment to sustainable development and innovation, Nestlé Philippines has partnered with Robinsons Supermarket to deploy reverse vending machines for plastic sachets, providing consumers with a convenient way to participate in recycling efforts while supporting the country’s transition to a circular economy.
The initiative, implemented in partnership with Restore Solutions PH and supported by Robinsons Malls, will initially install 10 Smart Eco-llection Bins (SEBs) in select Robinsons Supermarket branches across the National Capital Region. The machines allow consumers to deposit used sachets in exchange for reward points, creating an incentive-based system for responsible waste disposal.
Collected sachets will be processed and transformed into Restore Boards, an alternative construction material used to manufacture furniture such as chairs and benches, extending the life cycle of plastic packaging that would otherwise end up in landfills or waterways.
Nestlé Philippines Senior Vice President and Head of Corporate Affairs Jose Uy III said the collaboration demonstrates how manufacturers, retailers and recycling innovators can work together to address plastic waste challenges.
“This initiative starts the value chain of circularity, with Nestlé as the manufacturer, Robinsons Supermarket as the retailer, and Restore as the upcycler,” Uy said. “Beyond collection, the program seeks to encourage behavioral change by making waste recovery more convenient and rewarding for consumers.”
The project forms part of Nestlé Philippines’ broader sustainability and net-zero commitments. The company said it currently recovers and responsibly diverts an amount of plastic equivalent to the volume it introduces into the market through its packaging portfolio.
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