Zero Project Awardee 2025Updated on 4 December 2024
A disability-inclusive waste management centre as a valuable partner for the circular economy
About
Kyklos is a mid-sized company located in Santiago de Chile operating in the waste management and recycling sector. In 2019 it established the Centro Inclusivo ‘R’ (CIR), a waste recycling centre employing a high percentage of individuals with intellectual disabilities. Between 2022 and 2023, CIR experienced business growth along with an increase in its inclusive workforce. By mid-2024, 19 persons with intellectual disabilities were employed out of a total workforce of 30.
Solution: Centro Inclusivo ‘R’
Organization: Kyklos
Country of Implementation: Chile
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[Alt text: A group of workers at a recycling facility sort materials with dedication. Wearing masks and gloves, they exemplify environmental responsibility and sustainability. This image underscores the value of recycling work and promotes environmental justice by highlighting laborers' roles in waste management.]
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