More Than 100 Bars and Restaurants in Vélez-Málaga Join the Glass Recycling Challenge

Vélez-Málaga will participate in the seventh edition of the Green Flags Movement, an Ecovidrio initiative recognising the commitment of coastal municipalities and hospitality businesses to recycling glass containers.

This year, 103 bars, restaurants and beach bars across the municipality have joined the campaign and will work to increase selective glass collection during the busiest months of the tourism season.

Vélez-Málaga Competes for One of Andalusia’s Two Green Flags

The municipality will compete against 45 other Andalusian towns for one of the two Green Flags awarded in the region this year.

To receive the distinction, participating destinations must increase the amount of glass collected compared with the previous summer, involve at least 50% of local hospitality businesses and organise awareness campaigns for residents and visitors.

Mayor and Environment Councillor Jesús Lupiáñez said the award would recognise the joint efforts of the council, local businesses and the public to move towards a more environmentally responsible tourism model.

New Containers and Training for Businesses

Ecovidrio will strengthen collection facilities during the summer by installing additional dedicated containers.

Participating establishments will receive adapted bins to make glass separation easier, along with training on recycling and the circular economy.

The campaign will also recognise businesses that stand out for good practices in waste management, water and energy saving, and responsible consumption.

As a new feature, the Andalusian municipality achieving the highest score will receive a special environmental awareness campaign in its streets.

Summer Is a Key Period for Recycling

The initiative is particularly important during the summer, when consumption rises in bars, restaurants and businesses located in coastal areas.

According to figures highlighted by the campaign, approximately one third of all glass containers placed on the Spanish market are generated during the summer, and almost half come from the hospitality sector.

This year, the Green Flags Movement includes more than 120 coastal municipalities and 12,000 hospitality businesses across Spain.

Key Information

Campaign: Ecovidrio Green Flags Movement
Edition: Seventh
Participating businesses in Vélez-Málaga: 103
Sector: Bars, restaurants and beach bars
Participating Andalusian municipalities: 46
Awards in Andalusia: Two Green Flags
Objective: Increase glass recycling and promote the circular economy

Information source: Andalucía Información