Plastic cap collection (Brazil)

In Brazil, the Litter Less Campaign was implemented in 11 schools, engaging 1,131 students and training 73 teachers to lead efforts in pollution awareness and waste reduction. Schools focused on creative, student-driven initiatives that combined environmental education with hands-on learning.  

There are currently two national campaigns in Brazil related to waste, encouraging the collection of PET bottle caps (Projeto Tampinha Legal) and aluminum can tabs (Lacre do Bem). These campaigns aim to raise funds to help a protect designed for people with physical disabilities and cancer patients.  At Escola Bosque, the “Bottle Caps in Action” campaign collected 5 kg of plastic caps in just one week, alongside the introduction of a composter and the “Conscious Can Tab” initiative. Luiz Carlos de Vila School turned waste into inspiration with an art exhibition made entirely from recycled materials. At Colegio Raízes, fifth-grade students actively participated in campaign activities using specially designed educational resources. These actions not only promoted sustainable habits but also showcased the power of youth engagement in fostering community-wide environmental consciousness. Videos documenting these impactful efforts have been shared publicly, further amplifying the reach of the campaign. 

 

YouTube video about the LLC impact on the students: https://youtu.be/E3u4_J_QGgg  

YouTube video about the students' activities: https://youtu.be/D0F5wJ-XxgI