The first Sustainable HoReCa Community in Malta was established in Birgu as part of the Zero Waste HoReCa project, which now connects more than 200 hospitality and catering businesses across Malta! The project is implemented by AKTI Project and Research Centre with the support of The Coca-Cola Foundation.
Developed by AKTI Project and Research Centre, the Sustainable HoReCa Community model brings local businesses, authorities and community stakeholders together to build synergies and develop sustainable solutions, supporting business resilience and local economic empowerment through the green transition.
And here’s this collaboration in action!
As part of Zero Waste HoReCa, eight waste collection points were set up at Birgufest, an annual cultural festival celebrating Birgu’s history and heritage, with its streets illuminated by thousands of candles.
The two-day festival welcomed an estimated 6,000–8,000 visitors, with a total of 726 kg of waste separately collected and recorded across three streams:
- 132 kg of recyclables
- 462 kg of food waste
- 132 kg of general waste
Congratulations, Birgu! A fantastic example of community spirit and collective action towards a more resilient future!
Learn more about the Zero Waste HoReCa Project: https://www.akti.org.cy/projects/zero-waste-horeca-in-cyprus-and-malta/
