Caserta, two glass-eating cars arriving in the city center

Two will be installed soon machines glass eater in the city centre of Caserta thanks to an agreement between the Municipality and the company Eco Sistem S.

This experimental project aims to combat the uncontrolled abandonment of glass waste in the city streets. The glass-eating machines will be positioned in areas frequented by many young people, especially on weekends, near numerous clubs. The “Sbriciola” machines allow the disposal of all types of glass, not just hollow glass, which the current consortium cycle does not include.

This leads to significant savings, preventing glass from ending up in unsorted waste. Furthermore, the system offers punctual collection, safety and hygiene thanks to the closed system, and reduction of transport volumes with consequent CO2 savings. The “Sbriciola” system transforms all the containers inserted into glass sand, sand that is collected by the workers of Eco Sistem S. Felice srl to be treated and reintroduced into the market for numerous industrial applications.

If the experimental project receives good support from the population, other glass-eating machines may be installed in the city. This system will complement the 18 smart islands already present in the area. Furthermore, ANCI Campania has recently signed a protocol with the company Sistem S. Felice to improve separate waste collection and promote sustainable and innovative solutions.

“The two glass-eating machines that we will install shortly – declared the Mayor of Caserta, Carlo Marino – they are a valid tool to combat the abandonment of glass on the streets and guarantee the safety of citizens. These machines will be much appreciated by both commercial activities and families, who will use them with increasing frequency”.

“The use of glass – added the Councilor for the Environment and Ecological Transition, Carmela Mucherino – is an example of a successful circular economy. In recent years, Italy and Europe have achieved excellent results in the collection and recycling of glass. If collected and separated correctly, glass can be recycled infinite times without losing quality, with significant savings in energy and raw materials and a reduction in emissions”.