Who and what the project needs
Authorised collectors and experienced material-recovery enterprises. Sorting; protective equipment; storage; transport; scales and tools; buyer quality controls.
J21 · Educational project model
Material collection and recycling services
Build collection and recovery around a safe material stream, reliable buyers and full transport costs. Identify which activities need specialised handling or permits. Start with a workable service model rather than assuming every recovered material will have a profitable market.
How repayment or affordability should be tested
Use collected fees and verified sales after contamination losses, transport and disposal. Test reduced commodity prices.
Critical risks
Hazardous waste, illegal disposal, fires, volatile buyer prices and unpaid collection services are key risks.
What to prepare
Material-specific permissions; buyer contracts; site and safety plan; transport quotes; traceability and disposal evidence.
What to measure
Paid recovery volumes, documented destination, worker safety and net operating cash.