MILO® Energy for Good Initiative Delivers 1,000 Sets of Eco-Friendly Tables & Chairs for Schools Nationwide

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For more than a decade, MILO^® has championed school recycling efforts through The CAREton Project, inspiring students across Malaysia to adopt environmentally responsible habits. Building on Nestlé Malaysia’s sustainability commitments and the use of fully recyclable UHT beverage carton packaging, MILO^® Energy for Good initiative transforms used beverage cartons into valuable resources for schools, giving them a second life as sports equipment and classroom furniture.

Now entering its second year, the programme has expanded its reach to more than 300 schools nationwide. Through a points-based redemption system, students are encouraged to collect and recycle used beverage cartons, which can then be exchanged for essential school resources. By connecting everyday recycling actions to tangible benefits, the programme demonstrates how collective effort can create a positive impact for both schools and the environment.

Implemented in collaboration with the Ministry of Education Malaysia and Tetra Pak Malaysia, MILO^® Energy for Good initiative has evolved beyond a recycling awareness initiative into a practical example of the circular economy in action. By experiencing first-hand how used cartons can be transformed into useful products, students gain a deeper appreciation of sustainability and the role they can play in protecting the environment.

As part of its continued commitment to supporting participating schools, MILO^® is delivering 1,000 sets of tables and chairs made from recycled beverage cartons to schools that have demonstrated strong participation and dedication to the programme. This milestone highlights how responsible recycling can generate meaningful resources for schools while reducing waste and supporting a more circular future.

Juan Aranols, Chief Executive Officer of Nestlé Malaysia, Singapore and Brunei, said: “At Nestlé, we believe sustainability should be practical, accessible and rewarding. Through MILO^® Energy for Good initiative, we are helping students see that every recycled beverage carton can contribute to something meaningful for their schools and communities. By encouraging students, teachers and families to make recycling part of their daily routines, we hope to inspire habits that last well beyond the classroom. This initiative goes beyond collecting cartons. It is about empowering young Malaysians to take action, work together and recognise that small efforts, when multiplied across communities, can create a meaningful impact for the environment. Together with our partners, we are turning waste into valuable resources and helping build a more sustainable Malaysia for future generations.”

Chua Chung Wei, SJKC La Salle (returning school), said, “The greatest reward has been seeing our students embrace recycling as part of their daily lives. Through MILO^® Energy for Good initiative, they have learned that simple actions can lead to meaningful outcomes, from supporting their school to helping the environment. Seeing products made from the cartons they collected has reinforced the value of their efforts and encouraged them to become more responsible and engaged citizens.”

Beyond recycling, MILO^® Energy for Good initiative aims to build lasting sustainable habits among young Malaysians by demonstrating how everyday actions can lead to meaningful outcomes. MILO^®’s commitment to sustainability does not stop at creating recyclable packaging or collecting used beverage cartons. Through continued collaboration with the Ministry of Education, schools and partners, MILO^® remains committed to helping young Malaysians adopt responsible habits and contribute to a more sustainable future.

For more information, please visit www.milo.com.my.