We were delighted to host Ian and Ilze from Ecobrick Exchange, an environmental awareness enterprise based in the Cape, to run some training on how to build using eco-bricks.
These “bricks” are made by filling 2 litre coke bottles with non-biodegradable, non-recyclable packaging – polystyrene, cellophane, chip packets, straws, plastic bags, cling wrap, etc.
Once they have been stuffed so full that you can stand on them, then they are ready for building.
At the training, lessons on how to mobilise support for an EcoBrick project were given and solutions to potential challenges discussed. Then after learning how to make EcoBlocks (EcoBricks made into modular pieces that fit together), the delegates were shown how to use these EcoBlocks to build a raised vegetable garden.
Each delegate committed to start one project, and we’ll share their progress along the way. More than 10 different NGOs were involved in this training and the investment made by the sponsors, Ndaka Safari Lodge, will send ripples of change into many different communities, and we are so grateful for them for enabling this training to happen.
Singakwenza is now a hub where you can drop off your EcoBricks and those who need them for projects will be able to collect them from our office. We can’t wait to see the EcoBrick Exchange vision spreading throughout KZN.
Hi. I have been making eco-bricks fora while but not sure where to send them. Some friends are also making them.
Where exactly are you? Can you make use of them?
I am in Pmb.
Thank you.
Julia
0845155825
Hi Julia
Singakwenza is an ecobrick depot, so you can drop at our office at The Rotunda, 2 Rotunda Road, Hilton, and anyone who needs these can collect from here. Thank you for your support!
Good evening
We are a Senzokuhle Senior citizens club at Edendale ,Pmburg .
We would like to participate in your project by donating .Can we have more information at to :
Minimum number for collection Also We don’t have transport
Thanks Mrs Nomsa Kumalo
0609272584
Hi. I am looking for Eco bricks to use in my new project, is there anywhere I can get some?
Hi Anele
We have hundreds of ecobricks outside our office at 5A Quarry Street, Hilton which you are welcome to help yourself to. We also have contacts with others who have more, so let us know and we can connect you. Our office number is 033 343 1650.