Ipoh City Council clears local home of recyclable waste

The Ipoh City Council, alongside the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), recently conducted its fourth cleanup in as many years to remove recyclables accumulated by an elderly resident.

The woman, who is in her 70s, lives with her husband who is believed to be suffering from Parkinson’s disease in a single-storey house on Jalan Merpati in Ipoh Garden

This initiative, prompted by complaints from neighbours about environmental disturbances, underscores the Council’s commitment to maintaining clean and safe neighbourhoods.

Ipoh City Council clears elderly resident’s home

Tthe Ipoh City Council collected 710kg of rubbish in three lorries during the four hour operation at the local resident’s home.

The resident, who routinely collects and stores recyclables, had previously faced legal action for similar issues, receiving fines on two occasions over the last four years.

Council officers and police began the operation at 8:30 AM, successfully completing the four-hour cleanup without incident.

Items cleared from the property included plastic, paper, metal, wood, and other recyclable materials, totalling 710 kg across three truckloads.

In an effort to provide a constructive solution, the Council transported the materials to a recycling centre in the nearby IGB Industrial Area.

By prior agreement, the recycling company compensated the homeowner based on the weight of the collected items, encouraging the resident to work directly with recycling services moving forward.

Promoting Sustainable Recycling Through “Trash for Cash”

As part of its ongoing commitment to community cleanliness and sustainability, the Ipoh City Council encourages residents to participate in its “Trash for Cash” initiative.

This programme allows individuals to exchange recyclable waste for cash through certified recycling companies in the area, which can be located via the Council’s circular economy portal.

Through continued efforts and collaboration with the community, the Ipoh City Council aims to promote responsible recycling and a cleaner city for all.

For more details on approved recycling companies and the “Trash for Cash” programme, residents can visit the Council’s portal at http://www.mbi.gov.my/sumber/ekonomi-kitaran.