The Benissa City Council has registered an unprecedented increase in the selective collection of waste organic products during the month of julio de 2026This coincides with the implementation of the new smart container system. This initiative, promoted by Benissa Impuls as part of the "Siguem intel·ligents" campaign, has increased the separation of this type of waste in the municipality more than sevenfold.
A historic increase in organic waste collection
Specifically, during julio de 2026 have been collected 26.680 kilograms of organic fraction, compared to the 4.172 kilograms registered in julio de 2025This represents a more than sevenfold increase in the separation of this type of waste in just one year. At the same time, the residual waste fraction has decreased from 613.340 kilograms a 514.060 kilogramsThis reflects a direct improvement in citizens' social distancing habits. These results correspond to the first month of the system's operation, further reinforcing the positive impact of the measure.
"Siguem intel·ligents" campaign and the new model
This important development coincides with the launch of the new collection model, based on smart containers that incorporate opening systems using a card or mobile app for the organic waste fraction. The promotional campaign for the new waste collection system, "Siguem intel·ligents" (Let's Keep Going Smart), was launched at the beginning of 2026Its aim is to promote the proper separation of waste and move towards a fairer system where "those who recycle more, pay less."
Arthur PocketThe mayor of Benissa emphasized that "we are witnessing a historic shift in how recycling is done in our municipality. In just one month, the community has demonstrated its desire to be part of the solution and that, with the right tools, it is possible to move towards a more sustainable and efficient model." For his part, Vicent Ferrer, councilor for Benissa Impuls, underlined that "the new system works, and the data proves it. Increasing organic waste collection sevenfold in the first month is a very impressive result that encourages us to continue strengthening the campaign and improving the service."
Next steps and objectives of the council
The City Council emphasizes that this is just the beginning of a transformation process that will continue in the coming months. Strengthening the "Let's Stay Smart" campaign, improving the identification system, and continuously monitoring the results are all part of the future actions planned. The goal is clear: to reduce residual waste (the most expensive and least sustainable fraction), increase recycling, and consolidate a more efficient and sustainable waste management model aligned with current environmental challenges. The City Council thanks residents for their involvement and encourages them to continue along this path.
