The new Sistema Volta deposit return scheme collected 400,000 plastic bottles and aluminum cans during its first month of operation, far exceeding organizers’ expectations and outperforming similar European programs. Launched on April 10, the initiative allows consumers to return containers of up to three liters through 2,500 automated machines, 8,000 manual collection points, and 48 kiosks nationwide. To receive the €0.10 deposit refund, containers must be intact and include a cap, barcode, and official program symbol. A transition period will remain in place until August 10. The initiative supports the European Union’s environmental targets, including increasing recycled plastic content in bottles by 2040. Material taken from https://t.me/s/lepta