Commitment to combating littering (Clean-Up Day)

About the event

The effects of littering are multifaceted: littering is disruptive, reduces the sense of safety and quality of life, harms the environment, costs a lot of money, and, last but not least, damages the image of the city or community affected by the littered products. IGSU, the Swiss competence center against littering, organizes Social Responsibility Days for companies. This is because, particularly in the area of littering, companies and their employees have the opportunity to make a visible difference in a single day—for environmental protection and a litter-free natural environment.

On Social Responsibility Day, your company's employees will be accompanied by the IGSU ambassador teams. IGSU's Social Responsibility Day can be put together in a modular format, with the company itself determining the duration, start and end times: The day usually begins with a technical presentation on the topic of recycling and littering, which provides background information, costs, causes and consequences of littering, among other things. Afterwards, a tour of a recycling plant or waste incineration facility can be used to demonstrate how waste management and recycling works in Switzerland. In the practical module, employees will carry out a "clean-up campaign" in public spaces with the IGSU ambassador teams. This allows employees to experience for themselves what kinds of items are littered and to apply their new knowledge about littering and recycling. In this way, the company makes a significant contribution to the environment and society, not only during Social Responsibility Day, but also in the long term.

Program

09:00 - Start

Welcome and introduction

09:00 - Knowledge Session

Introductory briefing on littering, recycling, and the circular economy (led by IGSU experts)

10:00-12:00 - Site Visit (Optional)

Visit to a waste incineration plant or a recycling facility (subject to availability)

12:00-13:00 - Break

Location and catering according to the company’s preference

13:00-16:00 - Clean-Up Activity

Public-space clean-up activity accompanied by experienced IGSU experts, who provide ongoing input and answer questions

16:00-16:30 - Group Gathering

Sorting, weighing, and disposing of the collected waste and recyclable materials. In addition, a contest to select the most unusual littered item and the heaviest piece of litter, followed by a group photo

5:00 p.m. - End

Event details

Capacity

Minimum participants: 20, Maximum participants: 50

Availability

Spring, Summer, Autumn, Weekdays, Weekends, Full Day Event

Meals

Costs

Below you will find a basic offer with approximate cost indications. IGSU will be pleased to prepare a detailed quotation in consultation with you once it is clear which modules you would like to include in your Social Responsibility Day, how long the activity day will last, and how many employees will participate.

IGSU is happy to take care of the organization, planning, and implementation of a Social Responsibility Day. For preparation, organization, and the provision of IGSU staff and materials on site, a cost contribution of CHF 6,000.00 (excluding VAT) will be charged to the company for up to a maximum of 50 participants. Costs for additional elements such as catering, etc., will be calculated based on effort and scope and agreed in advance between IGSU and the company.

Equipment

Please bring weather-appropriate clothing and suitable footwear.
IGSU will provide all necessary materials for participants (waste bags, litter pickers, gloves, and safety vests).

What to bring

Outdoor clothing, Sun hat, Sunscreen, Walking boots

Skills

Everybody can participate

Languages

Italian, German, French, English

Location

Description

The date for the joint Social Responsibility Day is determined according to the company’s preference and in coordination with IGSU, and should be agreed at least two months prior to the event. Cancellation deadline: one month.

Action days can be organized throughout Switzerland. Possible locations for the Social Responsibility Day depend on the company’s sites and the choice of a site visit. We would be pleased to discuss suitable and appropriate locations with you on an individual basis.