Canon Singapore, in collaboration with the National Library Board (NLB), has expanded its Cartridge Recycling Programme, initially launched in 2024. The initiative, which began with five libraries, now includes 10 additional drop-off points nationwide, enhancing accessibility for Singapore residents to recycle used ink and toner cartridges responsibly.
The expansion coincides with the launch of the “Inkfinity” Green Pledge, a community-driven campaign encouraging Singaporeans to engage in eco-friendly practices. Running from 29 August to 14 November 2025, participants are invited to photograph themselves with recycling bins, make a personal eco-friendly pledge, and share it on Instagram using the hashtag #InkfinityGreenPledge.
This initiative aims to galvanise public commitment to sustainability, aligning with Singapore’s Zero Waste Masterplan. With the national recycling rate at 50%, Canon Singapore seeks to play a pivotal role in improving these figures. The collected cartridges will be processed at a licensed facility, where materials will be recycled or converted into energy.
Andrew Koh, Senior Vice President of Canon Singapore, emphasised the broader impact of the programme, stating, “This partnership with NLB is much more than a recycling initiative but a conscious collective nationwide sustainability movement.”
NLB’s Chief Sustainability Officer, Eric Chin, highlighted the programme’s success, noting, “This initiative fills a gap in the recycling ecosystem, so we are pleased to strengthen our partnership with Canon Singapore by expanding this initiative to more libraries across Singapore.”
The programme’s expansion reflects a significant step towards fostering a sustainable future in Singapore, encouraging residents to contribute actively to environmental conservation.
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