Educational meetings on environmental issues were held for students at Poti Public School No. 4 and Kheta Public School No. 1. The initiative was implemented in cooperation between Tegeta Green Planet and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and aimed to raise young people's awareness of sustainable development principles and the importance of environmental protection.
During the meetings, students received information on waste management, the responsible use of resources, environmental protection, and the importance of the circular economy. Particular attention was paid to the proper management of automotive waste and the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) system.
The educational sessions were conducted in an interactive format. Through presentations, discussions, and group activities, students learned about the purpose of the EPR system, its role in managing specific waste streams, and the ways in which everyone can contribute to environmental protection.
Participants also took part in environmental games and practical activities, which helped them better understand the information they had received and relate environmental issues to their everyday lives. At the end of the meetings, students received symbolic gifts.
Tegeta Green Planet has been operating since 2022 and is one of the first authorized Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) organizations in Georgia. The organization promotes the development of the circular economy through the collection and subsequent management of waste tires, oils, and batteries, helping reduce negative environmental impacts and ensure compliance with legally established obligations.
In cooperation with UNDP, Tegeta Green Planet continues its efforts to promote environmental education and raise public awareness. Initiatives of this kind help foster environmental responsibility among young people and develop a culture of environmental care, which is an important prerequisite for building a sustainable future.