Blind association criticizes the deposit system: dangerous hurdles for visually impaired!

Blind association criticizes the deposit system: dangerous hurdles for visually impaired!

Salzburg, Österreich - The introduction of a new deposit system for plastic bottles and beverage cans caused excitement in Salzburg. Around 1,500 people are visually impaired there and, due to the lack of accessibility, cannot actively participate in the system, criticizes Josef Schinwald, the chairman of the Salzburg Blind and Visually Impaired Association. In particular, he criticizes that when returning bottles, it is not clear whether it is a deposit bottle. "When returning everything works with touchscreen - they are unable to use by us," says Schinwald. Despite repeated information and discussions with the Chamber of Commerce, there was no solution, so that the association now demands measures to make bottles and cans more accessible to visually impaired people, as well as the Recyclehero.

The challenge of the Pfandschrupps

After the introduction of the deposit system, there is another pressing problem: the deposit slip. This describes the phenomenon that numerous consumers do not hand over their deposit bottles in the machines provided, but dispose of them in the residual waste. According to reports, this loss can be lost annually millions of euros in deposit amounts, which then no longer flow into the recycling process. The deposit slip not only burdens the environment, but also misses financial opportunities that could be used to promote sustainability.

To address this problem, education and improvements are necessary. Consumers must be informed about the correct deposit, and the return must be made easier. Some suggestions include the expansion of return stations and the evaluation of the existing system. In addition, it is required to use the non -redeemed deposit amounts for environmental projects, such as in Denmark, where they are managed centrally. The goal is to reduce plastic consumption and to sensitize people again to reusable products, as well as the media report . The success of the new measures depends on the active participation and the commitment of everyone involved.