WinGo Deposit

31/01/2025

Par brīvprātīgu depozīta sistēmu, kas risinās šodienas problēmas 21.gs atbilstošā veidā.

Atlokam piedurknes un tagad tik uz priekšu!!!

Klimata un enerģētikas ministra Kaspara Melņa, Latvijas Atkritumu saimniecības uzņēmumu asociācijas un Bezdūmu nozares asociācijas parakstītais memorands paredz brīvprātīgu elektronisko cigarešu depozīta sistēmas ieviešanu no 2026. gada 1. janvāra. To plānots uzticēt Latvijas jau...

27/01/2025

WinGo’s E-Cigarette Collection Devices: Perfected Over Time!

We've continuously improved our devices through extensive testing. Starting with basic safety features for collecting e-cigarette bodies and batteries, we've now added brand recognition for even better performance. 💻

06/01/2025

Consumers are increasingly committed to recycling and protecting our environment. They are taking proactive steps to ensure their waste is properly managed, showing a strong dedication to sustainability. 🌿

However, accessibility is crucial! Without accessible deposit points, many people have no place to properly dispose of their e-cigarettes. This positive attitude towards recycling is driving change and encouraging businesses and governments to implement better recycling solutions. Together, we can create a cleaner, greener future! 🌟♻️

26/11/2024

🌿 Baltic Sustainability Awards 2024

The brightest sustainability leaders and innovators from the Baltics will come together. Discussions, inspiration, and real solutions for a greener future.

🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/d4hh3sRu

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20/11/2024

Keep our planet clean and safe by following these simple steps:

♻️ Recycle Centers. Take used e-cigarettes and batteries to local recycling centers.

🗑️ Special Bins. Use designated bins for battery and e-cigarette disposal, often found in electronic stores.

📦 Mail-In Programs. Some companies offer mail-in recycling programs for used batteries and e-cigarettes.

Let’s work together to protect our environment and health! 🌿💚

07/11/2024

In Latvia and around the world, the rise in e-cigarette use has created a massive waste problem. WinGo's innovative deposit system tackles this issue head-on, ensuring proper disposal and recycling of e-cigarettes.

Key Benefits:

・Motivation: For every e-cigarette deposited, users earn points redeemable for coffee or Tesla rides.
・Impact: One machine collects as much waste as 50 stores with cardboard boxes each month!
・Success Story: Despite initial challenges in Latvia, Estonia welcomed WinGo with open arms and support.

Join us in reducing illegal e-waste dumping and protecting our environment. Together, we can make a difference! 🌱

01/11/2024

Did you know? Without WinGo deposit points, only a fraction of e-cigarettes get collected and recycled properly.

In Latvia: Around 2.5 billion e-cigarettes are sold globally each year 🌍, with 1.3 million units sold monthly just in Latvia 🇱🇻.

Collection Rate: Only 5% of e-cigarettes are properly collected and recycled 😞.

This means thousands of e-cigarettes are ending up in our landfills and environment, posing serious risks. We need a change! 🌱

29/10/2024

Public attitudes can sometimes delay effective e-waste recycling. Here’s what often stands in the way:

Lack of Awareness: Many aren’t aware of the environmental impact of improper e-waste disposal.

Convenience Issues: Finding drop-off points can be a hassle and discourage recycling.

Perceived Cost: Some think recycling e-waste is too expensive or complicated.

Uncertainty: Confusion about what can be recycled leads to improper disposal.

With WinGo, recycling is easy and rewarding! 🌟 Simply drop off your e-waste at convenient location and even get coupons for your efforts. Let’s make recycling simple and beneficial for everyone! 🌿

24/10/2024

E-waste recycling does more than just protect the environment—it also boosts the economy! 🌿💰

📈 Job Creation: The recycling industry creates thousands of jobs. In the U.S. alone, recycling supports over 750,000 jobs!
💼 Economic Growth: The e-waste recycling sector generates nearly $100 billion in economic activity annually.
🔄 Resource Recovery: Recycling e-waste recovers valuable materials, reducing the need for new resource extraction and lowering manufacturing costs.

By supporting e-waste recycling, we're not just saving the planet but also driving economic progress! 🌿💚

17/10/2024

Recycling one ton of batteries provides valuable materials that can be transformed into new products:

270 kg of Manganese: Enough to produce high-strength steel for building structures and machinery parts.

210 kg of Iron: Can be used to create automotive components like engines and chassis or household appliances.

160 kg of Zinc: Suitable for manufacturing new batteries, rust-resistant coatings for steel, or making brass for musical instruments.

60 kg of Graphite: Perfect for producing up to 5,000 pencils, lubricants for industrial machinery, or components in energy-efficient batteries.

By recycling, we turn waste into useful items, reducing environmental impact and conserving resources! 🌿

15/10/2024

Recycling e-cigarettes is crucial for protecting wildlife that lives on land. Here’s what happens if we don’t:

Soil Contamination: Harmful chemicals from e-cigarettes can seep into the soil, poisoning small animals like squirrels and rabbits.

Toxic Food: Contaminated plants can poison herbivores, which in turn affects predators like owls and foxes.

Habitat Destruction: Chemicals can damage plant life, reducing the natural habitat and food sources for land animals.

Health Issues: Animals exposed to these toxins can suffer from severe health problems, including reproductive issues and birth defects.

By recycling e-cigarettes, we help keep our land ecosystems safe and healthy for all wildlife. 🌿✨

14/10/2024

Batteries power our lives, but they also harm our planet. Here’s why we need to be cautious:

🌱 Soil Pollution: One finger battery dropped on the ground causes soil pollution in a square meter area, which persists for almost a century.

🐾 Harm to Wildlife: Toxic chemicals in batteries can leak into the soil and water, posing a threat to animals and plants.

♻️ Difficult to Recycle: Batteries are challenging to recycle and often end up in landfills, contributing to environmental degradation.

💧 Water Contamination: Harmful substances can seep into groundwater, affecting our water supply and ecosystems.

Let’s protect our environment by properly disposing of batteries and opting for rechargeable options whenever possible! 🌿💚Duracell -waste