A special creative project in Molenlanden and Vijfheerenlanden municipality. Pupils from primary schools in the neighbourhood are giving litter bins a new look. Something that not only makes the neighbourhood more beautiful, but also cleaner! The municipality and Waardlanden work together with Cornelissen advertising in Molenlanden and with Kings of Colors in Leerdam on this special project, in which art is used for a cleaner environment.
In 2024, Waardlanden conducted a study on litter. This showed that it is important to have enough litter bins that are clean and whole. Unfortunately, this is sometimes lacking, causing more litter. The "Pimp your Trashcan" project offers a solution by pimping up the litter bins and thereby making them more attractive. Through the brightly coloured bins, we encourage residents to throw their rubbish in the bins.
The makeover of dustbins: together with the neighbourhood
The wastebaskets in Leerdam were unveiled on Wednesday 18 September, in the week of World Cleanup Day. On Tuesday 15 October, it was the turn of Molenlanden municipality, where the first wastebasket at Kleyburgplein in Nieuw-Lekkerland was officially unveiled. The dustbins were transformed into true works of art. Pupils from the local primary schools made creative design drawings for the new bins. These designs were turned into beautiful works of art by graffiti artists and expertly sprayed on the bins. The goal? Trash bins that not only stand out, but are also a joy to use! Because throwing your rubbish on the street? That really is out of date.
Together we make a difference
This project shows how cooperation and creativity contribute to a cleaner environment. The enthusiastic reactions of the children, local residents and visitors to the shopping centre show that the project is a great success. Thanks to the efforts of the pupils, Kings of Colors, the municipality of Vijfheerenlanden and Waardlanden, the streets of Leerdam are not only becoming more beautiful, but also cleaner. Be surprised by the creative litter bins. Together, we will take the step towards a world without litter!