Ireland’s leading food retailers, SuperValu and Centra, are investing €28m in Reverse Vending Machines as part of their continued commitment to building more sustainable communities.
SuperValu and Centra have installed Reverse Vending Machines (RVMs) in 540 stores across the 26 counties in Ireland, ahead of the launch of the new DRS Scheme on 1st February.
A total of 667 Reverse Vending Machines are available to customers in 219 SuperValu and 321 Centra stores nationwide. The scale and geographical spread of Reverse Vending Machines in SuperValu and Centa stores ensures that customers in large and small communities across the country can more easily make their returns nearby.
Trials in stores began in early 2023 and one key result being that customers will see two machines present in higher footfall locations to increase efficiency and convenience in returning containers.
Ian Allen, Managing Director SuperValu & Centra commented:
“As part of our strategy to build more sustainable communities and play our part in protecting the planet, we are delighted to roll out the DRS scheme across our 540 SuperValu and Centra stores. By investing €28m in the installation of over 600 Reverse Vending Machines in every county in Ireland we hope to make returns as convenient as possible for everyone.
