Nestlé Malaysia Teams with SWCorp to Boost Plastic Recycling Efforts
Plastic Recycling | 2026-05-20 06:10:43
Launched this year, the Kulim pilot project has already collected about 100,000 kilograms of recyclable waste, of which nearly 28,000 kilograms are plastics.
By Paul Ploumis
SEATTLE (Scrap Monster): Nestle Malaysia has partnered with SWCorp Malaysia to boost plastic waste recovery efforts in Kedah through the expansion of its nationwide recycling programme, Project SAVE.
The partnership will extend recycling collection activities in Kulim, supporting broader community participation under the company’s voluntary Extended Producer Responsibility initiative. The collaboration was announced during the recently held Karnival Kitar event.
Project SAVE, launched in 2020, is currently Malaysia’s largest voluntary recycling platform. Implemented in partnership with local councils, waste concessionaires and recycling firms, it encourages households to separate recyclable waste for scheduled doorstep collection. The initiative now serves around 260,000 homes across nine Malaysian cities.
The figures released for 2025 indicate that Project SAVE resulted in diversion of approximately 15,000 tonnes of waste from landfills and marine environments, including nearly 10,000 tonnes of plastic materials.
Launched this year, the Kulim pilot project has already collected about 100,000 kilograms of recyclable waste, of which nearly 28,000 kilograms are plastics.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the purpose of the partnership?
To strengthen plastic waste recovery and community recycling participation in Kedah.
- What is Project SAVE?
Malaysia’s largest voluntary recycling platform, launched by Nestlé in 2020.
- How many households does Project SAVE serve?
Around 260,000 homes across nine Malaysian cities.
