Article: Plaque of honour for recycling efforts ; North Lincolnshire's reputation as a recycling hot spot has spread as far as Malawi - and the council is hoping for a summer boost to its green credentials.

North Lincolnshire's reputation as a recycling hot spot has spread as far as Malawi - and the council is hoping for a summer boost to its green credentials.

A plaque has been placed in African country of Malawi to recognise the efforts of North Lincolnshire residents in recycling aluminum cans.

Since last year, the council has been working with recycling firm Alupro to swap cans for trees in the country.

Since it signed up to the Fruit Trees for Malawi initiative last year, North Lincolnshire Council has recycled enough cans for 139 trees.

As the weather heats up through August, North Lincolnshire Council is hoping residents will help contribute by recycling their cans through the green ...

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