Prince Albert II launches the fifth Monacollecte event focused on zero waste
Prince Albert II inaugurated the fifth Monacollecte event on March 6 and 7 at the Fontvieille Big Top, promoting recycling, reuse and zero-waste initiatives in Monaco.
Prince Albert II officially opened the fifth edition of Monacollecte at the Fontvieille Big Top, an event dedicated to recycling, reuse and waste reduction in the Principality.
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Held on March 6 and 7, the initiative is organised by the Monegasque Sanitation Company (SMA) and the Monaco Government, in partnership with the Mairie and Carrefour Monaco.
Over the two days, residents are invited to bring items they no longer need so they can be reused or properly recycled.
Several charities are present on site — including the Monegasque Red Cross, Mission Enfance, Fight Aids Monaco and Semeurs d’Espoir — collecting items such as clothing, toys, books, computers and small household appliances that can still be useful.
Materials that cannot be reused are directed into Monaco’s waste-treatment and recycling systems.
During his visit, the Prince toured the different stands alongside Minister of State Christophe Mirmand and other officials, meeting volunteers, associations and school groups taking part in the event.
A range of workshops and activities were also organised to raise awareness about environmental responsibility, including sewing sessions, zero-waste cooking classes, DIY cosmetics workshops and interactive recycling demonstrations.
This fifth edition once again highlights Monaco’s commitment to reducing waste and encouraging more sustainable habits across the Principality.