Semana del Reciclaje

Semana del Reciclaje is a national environmental education campaign in Chile that encourages people to make recycling part of everyday life. Held annually around International Recycling Day on May 17, it brings together municipalities, businesses, organizations, and communities to promote recycling and the circular economy. The campaign features activities across the country, including workshops, community events, recycling drives, fairs, and collection points.

Its website helps visitors find activities by region and commune, learn how to prepare recyclable packaging, and understand which materials are accepted, including plastic, cartons for liquids, metal, paper and cardboard, and glass. It also offers a downloadable toolkit of graphics and communication materials for people and organizations wishing to share the campaign. Practical guidance explains how to clean, dry, and flatten containers and where to deliver them, while information about local collection systems helps residents identify suitable services and drop-off locations.

The campaign also explains the benefits of recycling and Chile’s Extended Producer Responsibility law, highlighting how public participation supports waste reduction, resource conservation, and better recovery of materials